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FreePDF

Reader that supports translating PDF documents

For Mac
Official website
Free
CategoryProductivity
PlatformmacOS
InstallationHomebrew
Version5.1.2Catalog version

What is FreePDF?

Reader that supports translating PDF documents

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask freepdf
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How to Install FreePDF on Mac

Follow these steps to install FreePDF using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

  1. 1

    Open Terminal

    Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".

  2. 2

    Install Homebrew

    If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.

  3. 3

    Run brew install --cask freepdf

    Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:

    brew install --cask freepdf
  4. 4

    Verify Installation

    Run `brew list` to confirm freepdf is installed, then try `freepdf --version` to check the version number.

  5. 5

    Launch FreePDF

    Run `freepdf` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

  • • If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
  • • If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
  • • On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

  • Simple one-command installation
  • Well-maintained and regularly updated
  • Completely free to use

Cons

  • Requires Homebrew to be installed
  • macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about FreePDF

How do I install FreePDF on Mac?
Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask freepdf. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run freepdf from Terminal.
Is FreePDF free?
Yes, FreePDF is completely free to use.
How do I uninstall FreePDF?
Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask freepdf. Homebrew will remove FreePDF and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.
What are alternatives to FreePDF?
There are several productivity apps available for macOS. Browse the Productivity category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.
How do I update FreePDF to the latest version?
Run brew upgrade --cask freepdf in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.
Does FreePDF work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?
Yes, FreePDF can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

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