Changing Default App or File Type Association (Windows 11)

Summary

Instructions for changing default file types and apps on Windows 11.

Body

Issue/Question

How do I change the default filetype association on Windows 11? 

Resolution

  1. Click the Start  button.
  2. Click Settings .
  3. Click Apps.
  4. Click Default Apps
  5. Search which default file type you would like to change or search for the specific app you would to change and select the application of your choice. 

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Article ID: 3862
Created
Fri 10/1/21 8:49 AM
Modified
Mon 4/20/26 3:20 PM

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