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In some cases, apps are capable of opening multiple file types (media players especially). Note - this will then set this app as the default for ALL types of file is capable of opening. Finally you can select to Set this program as default. This will give you a brief description on what the app does. Simply select the app from the left (eg Adobe Acrobat Reader DC). This menu presents a full list of programs installed on your PC, and allows you to set them as default. Scrolling down to the bottom of the menu allows you to select Set defaults by appĥ. It may well be this is enough to solve your problem, but if the file in question isn't covered by this list, then continue with the steps below.Ĥ. This screen lists the most popular functions (Email, Web browser etc) so you can quickly select the program you want to use, eg Chrome. In the Apps menu, click Default apps on the left-hand sideģ. Open Windows settings and click the Apps menuĢ. This is a guide on how to get your files opening in the right program after you've got a new computer or a Windows update has reset your settings and you find the wrong app is loading when you open a file.ġ. HowTo: Fix files opening with the wrong app in Windows 10 Details Simon Berry HowTo 28 September 2017

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