When you open an image, a different app than usual starts up. When you open a music file, "This isn't the app I wanted..." ...

Microsoft hides file extensions in Windows by default even though it's a security risk that is commonly abused by phishing emails and malware distributors to trick people into opening malicious files.

Here's how to make Windows remember which "default" apps you use ...

Microsoft uses file associations to set default programs for opening different file types on all its operating systems. As a result, when you open a file, be it text, image, or document, on your ...

What steps do I need to take to change the default action on Windows XP and Windows 7 when someone tries to open a CHM file? I want the file extension to be associated with notepad.exe for ALL users.

For as popular as Windows 11 is, it's never going to be perfect for everyone. Thankfully, there's quite a bit you can do to make Windows work better for you, whether it involves third-party apps or ...

Microsoft is making it easier to change your default file associations by adding a new search feature that lets you quickly find the extension you wish to modify. When a program is installed in ...