How Do I Choose Which App Opens a File on Android?
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How do I change the default program to open a file in android?

Change Default Application for File Types in Android Phone

  1. Open Android Apps settings. …
  2. Now search for the app you want to change the default settings for and tap on the app settings to open the info page of that application.
  3. Scroll down the page to find the button Clear defaults.

How do I choose which file opens on Android?

Using A File Management App

Tap on the file and hold. Most file managers will open a menu where you can find an option like “Open with“. There, you can choose an app to open the file and make it the default by, in this case, ticking the box to remember this app.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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