Preview shows as the only app to open PDF Files

Hi
I was able to change existing pdf files on my mac to be opened with acrobat by changing the get info -> open with screen but.... That only works for pdf files that are stored on my mac
If I go to a web site that has a doc in pdf format, clicking on it pops up the open window dialog (the one with the open with, downthem all, and save to disk options)
The scroll down window for open with only shows preview - is there anyway I can also have it show acrobat. Yes, I could download the file and then open it with acrobat - but it is a pain to always do that - btw, I am using Firefox
Thanks,
Dean
MacBook Pro 15 inch - w8617.... Mac OS X (10.4.8)

You're Welcome dpm1!
As far as I know, if the PDF Browser Plugin is used to view PDF's in the browser, there will be no physical copy of that file, on the Mac HD taking up space, unless you choose to Save the file.
Temporary files are just that, temporary.
Also, I notice that you have marked your question as answered, but have not utilized the Helpful or Solved options. That may be intentional, but, if you are not aware of the benefits, of using that function, here is some information.
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Specifically What are question answers?.
The Helpful and Solved buttons, that award points, are to the left of the Reply button in each response.
These are not the same as Did this topic solve your issue? Yes No these, which do not award points. As explained Here.
Thank You For Extending That Courtesy,
ali b

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