Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download PDFs from WordPress Without Opening Them

Are you tired of having to open PDF files on your WordPress website just to download them? Well, you're in luck because there is a simple solution to this problem. In this article, we'll show you how to download PDF files from WordPress without even having to open them.

Method 1: Using the Direct Link

1. Locate the PDF file on your WordPress website.
2. Right-click on the PDF file and select "Copy Link Address" or "Copy URL".
3. Open a new tab on your web browser and paste the link into the address bar.
4. Press enter to download the PDF file directly onto your device.

It's as simple as that! You can now download PDF files from your WordPress website without having to open them.

Method 2: Using the Download attribute

If you want to add more convenience to the process, you can use the "download" attribute to force the file to download instead of opening it.

1. Locate the PDF file on your WordPress website.
2. Edit the HTML code for the location where you want to place the file.
3. Add the "download" attribute to the hyperlink code.

Here's an example:

html <a href="pdf/sample.pdf" download>Download PDF</a>

In the example above, "pdf/sample.pdf" is the location of the file on your website. The "download" attribute immediately forces the file to download when clicked on, as opposed to opening it in a new tab or window.

With these methods, you'll be able to quickly and easily download PDF files from your WordPress website without having to open them. This can save you time and frustration, especially if you're dealing with large or numerous PDF files. Try them out today!