SumatraPDF
SumatraPDF is a free, open-source multi-format document reader created by Krzysztof Kowalczyk for Windows. It provides a lightweight and straightforward environment designed to open documents quickly without placing heavy demands on system hardware. Alongside standard PDF files, it handles various eBook and digital comic book formats.
www.sumatrapdfreader.org · Official website
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 3.6.1
- Release date
- April 6, 2026
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id SumatraPDF.SumatraPDF -eSHA256 (file verification)
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Highlights
- Multi-format document support including PDF, EPUB, MOBI, FB2, XPS, DjVu, CHM, CBZ, and CBR
- Minimal system resource consumption for fast file loading and navigation
- Tabbed viewing mode for managing multiple open documents in a single window
- Extensive keyboard shortcut navigation and command-line arguments
Who is it for?
Designed for students, researchers, and office workers who need an instantaneous, unobtrusive viewer for reading documentation, books, and reports on Windows.
Good to know before installing
- Only available on the Windows platform.
- Lacks advanced PDF manipulation features such as form creation, digital signing, and direct content editing.
- Minimalist interface offers fewer graphical toolbar customizations compared to full PDF suites.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page, or run 'winget install --id SumatraPDF.SumatraPDF -e' in a terminal.
- Open the downloaded installer file.
- Configure your preferred setup options and finish the installation.
- Launch SumatraPDF from the Start menu to start viewing files.
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Frequently asked questions
Is SumatraPDF free to use?
Yes, SumatraPDF is completely free and open-source under the GNU General Public License v3 (GPL-3.0).
Can SumatraPDF edit PDF text or rearrange pages?
No, SumatraPDF is built specifically as a document reader and does not include advanced page editing or text modification features.
Which eBook formats can SumatraPDF open?
It can open EPUB, MOBI, and FB2 eBook files, as well as CBR and CBZ comic book archives.