Open in Foxit Reader is a Firefox extension that enhances how users open PDF files by allowing them to directly launch these files in the Foxit Reader application. Once installed, this extension adds a new option to the right-click context menu for PDF links, enabling quick access to the Foxit Reader. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who prefer the advanced functionalities offered by Foxit Reader, thus improving their workflow with PDF documents.

To effectively use this extension, users need to configure settings through the options page, allowing automatic opening of PDF links in Foxit Reader. It is important to note that the extension downloads the PDF to the browser's default download directory before launching the reader, as direct access to remote PDF links is not supported. Additionally, users must install a small native client on their Windows, Linux, or Mac systems to ensure proper communication with the Foxit Reader.