2026.6.6
Lapis 1.7.7+ · Web, Electron · 24 MB
PDF adds first-class reading support for PDF files inside Lapis. Open documents from the vault, keep reference material near your notes, and embed PDFs in markdown where they support the surrounding context.
Use PDF for papers, manuals, reports, receipts, and reference documents that belong beside your notes.
Features
- Open
.pdffiles in a dedicated viewer. - Read PDFs using the same workspace tabs and panes as notes.
- Keep PDF files inside the same vault as related notes.
- View PDF embeds from markdown notes.
- Persist viewer defaults through plugin settings.
- Use PDFs as durable source material for research and project work.
Viewer Support
| Capability | Purpose |
|---|---|
| File view | Open a PDF as the active workspace document |
| Markdown embed | Show a PDF where a note references it |
| Viewer settings | Keep preferred reading defaults in the vault |
Common Uses
| Use Case | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Research | Keep source documents beside summaries and highlights. |
| Projects | Store specifications, statements of work, and reports. |
| Personal records | Keep receipts and documents close to related notes. |
Good Fit
PDF is designed for reading and reference. It works best when the PDF is part of the thinking context for a note or project.
File handlers
*.pdf