Quick Answer: How Do I Change File Associations in Windows 10?

Windows 10 uses Settings instead of Control Panel to make changes to file type associations.

• Right-click the Start button (or hit the WIN+X hotkey) and choose Settings.
• Select Apps from the list.
• Choose Default apps on the left.
• Scroll down a little and select Choose default apps by file type.

How do I change the default program for opening files in Windows 10?

Change default programs in Windows 10

1. On the Start menu, select Settings > Apps > Default apps.
2. Select which default you want to set, and then choose the app. You can also get new apps in Microsoft Store.
3. You may want your .pdf files, or email, or music to automatically open using an app other than the one provided by Microsoft.

How do I change file associations?

Change file associations. To set File Associations in Windows 10/8/7, Open Control Panel > Control Panel Home > Default Programs > Set Associations. Select a file type in the list and click Change Program. You will be displayed a list of Programs along with a Description and the Current Default.