paperlib-open-with

Open PDF files with custom applications through the right-click context menu.

Features

• Open papers with system default application
• Add custom applications to the menu
• Remember your last used application
• Support macOS, Windows, and Linux

How to Use

1. Load the Extension

   • Open Paperlib → Preferences → Extensions
   • Click "Load from Local"
   • Select the paperlib-open-with folder

2. Add Custom Applications

   • Right-click on a paper
   • Select "Open With" → "Add Application..."
   • Choose an application from your system

3. Open Papers

   • Right-click on papers
   • Select "Open With"
   • Choose from System Default or your added applications

Installation & Development

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Build
npm run build

# Load in Paperlib for testing
# Preferences → Extensions → Load from Local

Platform Support

• macOS: Uses open -a command
• Windows: Direct spawn
• Linux: Direct spawn

License

MIT