SumatraPDF is a lightweight, open-source PDF reader for Windows that is known for its speed and simplicity. It supports a variety of document formats including PDF, ePub, MOBI, CHM, XPS, DjVu, CBZ, and CBR. SumatraPDF is particularly useful for users who need a fast and efficient way to view documents without the overhead of more feature-rich applications like Adobe Reader. This article will guide you through the installation and basic usage of SumatraPDF on a Windows system, including how to run it via the Command Prompt (CMD).

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1. Installation of SumatraPDF:

   To install SumatraPDF, follow these steps:

   • Visit the official SumatraPDF website: https://www.sumatrapdfreader.org/download-free-pdf-viewer.html
   • Download the installer for the latest version.
   • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

2. Opening a PDF File:

   Once installed, you can open a PDF file by double-clicking the file or by using the Command Prompt. Here’s how to do it via CMD:

   "C:\Program Files\SumatraPDF\SumatraPDF.exe" "C:\path\to\your\file.pdf"

   Replace "C:\path\to\your\file.pdf" with the actual path to your PDF file.

3. Setting SumatraPDF as the Default PDF Viewer:

   To set SumatraPDF as your default PDF viewer, follow these steps:

   • Right-click any PDF file and select "Open with" > "Choose another app."
   • Select SumatraPDF from the list of applications.
   • Check the box that says "Always use this app to open .pdf files."
   • Click "OK."

4. Running SumatraPDF with Command-Line Options:

   SumatraPDF supports several command-line options that can be useful for advanced users. Here are a few examples:

   • Open a file at a specific page:

     "C:\Program Files\SumatraPDF\SumatraPDF.exe" -page 5 "C:\path\to\your\file.pdf"

   • Start in fullscreen mode:

     "C:\Program Files\SumatraPDF\SumatraPDF.exe" -fullscreen "C:\path\to\your\file.pdf"

   • Open a file in presentation mode:

     "C:\Program Files\SumatraPDF\SumatraPDF.exe" -presentation "C:\path\to\your\file.pdf"

5. Keyboard Shortcuts:

   SumatraPDF offers a range of keyboard shortcuts to enhance your reading experience:

   • F11: Toggle fullscreen mode.
   • Ctrl + L: Toggle presentation mode.
   • Ctrl + P: Print the document.
   • Ctrl + F: Open the search bar.