Open PDF files with adobe acrobat

Greetings,
I need to open my PDF files in Adobe Acrobat NOT in Preview. How do I set my full version of Adobe Acrobat Pro X for Mac to open all PDF files by clicking on the icon without having to choose adobe acrobat to open each time?
Thank you; these simple savings of time compounded over a year really add up.
Doug Kennedy

Select a PDF file and do a Get-Info (command-I) Where it says "Open with" select the drop down menu and then select Adobe Acrobat Pro X. Then select the box "Change All"
BTW, this bit is Mac 101. Get a good book on Mac OS.

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