Changing Default File Type Associations

Summary

Instructions for changing default file type associations on Windows 10.

Body

Issue/Question

How do I change my default file type associations in Windows 10?

Environment

  • Windows 10

Resolution

  1. Click Start  .
  2. Click Settings  .
  3. Select System.
  4. Select Default Apps
  5. Select which default file type you would like to set and select the application of your choice. 

Details

Details

Article ID: 2698
Created
Thu 5/4/17 1:39 PM
Modified
Thu 3/7/24 12:24 PM

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