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Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js)

Displays PDF files within web browsers without requiring a plugin.

Made by Mozilla Labs

  • Firefox Extension

  • pdf

  • PDF Reader

  • Html5

  • Google Chrome Extension

What is Firefox PDF Viewer (PDF.js)?

The PDF Viewer, also known as pdf.js, is a novel extension that leverages web standard technologies to enable the display of a wide range of PDF files found online within the Firefox, Chrome, and Opera web browsers, without the need for additional plugins. This innovative solution eliminates the traditional reliance on external plugins, providing a seamless and integrated experience for users to access and view PDF content directly within their preferred browsers

Highlights

  • Supports displaying nearly all PDF files found on the web within the browser
  • Operates using web standard technologies, eliminating the need for third-party plugins
  • Available as an extension for major web browsers, including Firefox, Chrome, and Opera
  • Offers a native, integrated PDF viewing experience within the browser environment

Platforms

  • Opera
  • Google Chrome
  • Firefox

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Lightweight

    • Browser extension

    • Support for Javascript

    • Opera extension

    • Browser integration

    • Add/remove pages