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What does it mean to associate a file?
In computing, a file association associates a file with an application capable of opening that file. More commonly, a file association associates a class of files (usually determined by their filename extension, such as . txt ) with a corresponding application (such as a text editor).
How do I change the extension of a associate file?
Open the File Types tab. Under Registered file types, scroll down until you find the file extension that you want to change the default program association for. Choose the extension to highlight it. Select Change in the lower section.
Can a program associate a file with a program?
By default, Windows chooses a program to open files. Any time a program changes a file association, you can re-associate the file back to another of your choice. You can also change the default file association in Windows to make all files of a specific type or file extension, open with the same program.
Is there a way to remove a program not suggested by Windows?
The Settings application, however, lists installed programs or Windows Store apps only. There is no option to set a program not suggested by Windows as the default handler for a specific protocol or file type. You may open the classic management screens in the following way. Note that it is likely that Microsoft will remove these eventually:
Where do I find the executable file for a program?
Select the program you want to use and then click OK or Apply. If the program you want to use is not listed, click the Browse button, find the program’s executable (.exe) file on the computer, and click OK to select that program.
How to add shortcuts to file association list?
Just drop a shortcut to your favorite program into it, and then it will show up in your Send To options. Make sure it is a SHORTCUT, not the EXEC itself (and yes, I’m SHOUTING). Sent To folder is supposed to have only shortcuts (and other mysterious stuff that, for instance, opens the default mail handler).