Changing How A Document Opens

Issue/Question

When I download a file it automatically opens in a new tab. How can I open the document within the application?

Environment

  • Windows

Resolution

  1. Locate your document in File Explorer. This should be a yellow folder located in the task bar.  
  2. Right click on the document.
  3. Select Show More Options.
  4. Select Properties.
  5. Locate Opens with:
  6. Select Change.
  7. Select an application to open the document with.
  8. Click Apply.
  9. Click OK.

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