{"id":43144,"date":"2018-03-09T23:01:38","date_gmt":"2018-03-09T15:01:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=43144"},"modified":"2023-10-09T20:09:30","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T12:09:30","slug":"change-default-apps-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set New Default Apps in Windows 10"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019m not a big fan of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/handy-windows-built-in-tools\/\">Windows 10\u2019s built-in apps<\/a>. That\u2019s why I always download <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/windows-built-in-tools-alternative\/\">third-party alternatives<\/a>, which are typically more powerful. However, this also means I often need to <strong>manage default apps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, Windows 10 offers a <strong>completely different interface for managing default apps<\/strong> compared to Windows 7 or 8. In my experience, <strong>it can be overwhelming and confusing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>After some experimentation, I\u2019ve come to understand and take control of my default apps. If you\u2019re struggling to manage default apps in Windows 10, continue reading this guide.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/customize-startup-programs-list-windows\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: How to Manage Windows 10 Startup Programs\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to Manage Windows 10 Startup Programs<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/customize-startup-programs-list-windows.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-28576 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/customize-startup-programs-list-windows.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">How to Manage Windows 10 Startup Programs<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDon't you wish that you can launch your favorite few programs the moment your Windows starts up? You...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Changing Default Apps<\/h2>\n<p>I\u2019ll demonstrate four methods to change default apps in Windows 10. First, I\u2019ll present a <strong>simpler way to change default apps<\/strong>, suitable for most regular users. Later, I\u2019ll introduce more detailed methods for advanced users.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Change via the \u201cOpen with\u201d Menu<\/h3>\n<p>The \u201cOpen with\u201d context menu option is still available in Windows 10, and it\u2019s not much different from its predecessors. For those who want to <strong>quickly associate a default app with a specific file type<\/strong>, this method is ideal. While it\u2019s not the best choice for managing multiple file types, I\u2019ll address that later.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Right-click on the file for which you want to change the default app. Navigate to <strong>Open with<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Choose another app<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/choose-another-app.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"375\" alt=\"Choosing another app from the context menu\"><\/figure>\n<li>Under <strong>Other options<\/strong>, you\u2019ll see a list of apps that can open the selected file (click <strong>More apps<\/strong> to view all). Choose the desired app from the list and check the box next to <strong>Always use this app to open (X) files<\/strong>. After clicking <strong>OK<\/strong>, the chosen app will be set as the default.<\/li>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/select-default-app.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"604\" alt=\"Selecting the default app from the list\"><\/figure>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If your desired program isn\u2019t listed, scroll down and click on <strong>Look for another app on this PC<\/strong>. This action will open the File Explorer, allowing you to navigate and select the <strong>executable file<\/strong> (.exe) of your preferred app. Both the desktop shortcut and the original executable file can be selected.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/look-for-app-in-pc.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"622\" alt=\"Searching for another app on the PC\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Accessing the Default Apps Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the subsequent three methods, you\u2019ll first need to access the Windows Default Apps Manager. To do this, navigate to Windows 10 <strong>Settings<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Apps<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Default apps<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/default-apps-manager-windows.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"592\" alt=\"Windows 10 Default Apps Manager\"><\/figure>\n<h3>2. Modify the \u201cChoose default apps by file type\u201d Option<\/h3>\n<p>If you scroll down in the Default Apps Manager, you\u2019ll encounter an option labeled <strong>Choose default apps by file type<\/strong>. This method is likely the most comprehensive way to modify Windows 10 default apps.<\/p>\n<p>Upon opening it, you\u2019ll be presented with an extensive <strong>list of all file types supported by Windows 10<\/strong>. Adjacent to each file type is an app that can be associated with it. To change the default app, simply click on the app next to the desired file type and select your preferred application.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/change-default-apps-by-file-type.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"429\" alt=\"Interface to choose default apps by file type\"><\/figure>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/file-type-.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"592\" alt=\"Example of associating a file type with Windows Media Player\"><\/figure>\n<p>The file types are <strong>listed alphabetically<\/strong>, so locating your desired file type should be straightforward. The only limitation is that this section doesn\u2019t permit you to <strong>associate file types by searching for apps on your PC<\/strong>. You\u2019re restricted to the apps that Windows 10 has pre-listed.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Modify the \u201cChoose default apps by protocol\u201d Option<\/h3>\n<p>Another option you\u2019ll find is <strong>Choose default apps by protocol<\/strong>. This pertains to links or URLs in your browser or apps. To clarify, I\u2019m <strong>not referring to standard website URLs<\/strong>. Instead, I\u2019m highlighting complete protocols dedicated to specific apps, such as <strong>MailTo links<\/strong> that necessitate an email app, or an FTP URL that demands an installed FTP server.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/change-default-apps-by-protocol.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Interface to choose default apps by protocol\"><\/figure>\n<p>While many of these protocols are tailored for Microsoft services and can only be managed by Microsoft apps, there are <strong>several protocols that third-party apps can handle<\/strong>. The available apps are listed next to each protocol, and you can click on them to select the desired app if it\u2019s available. However, <strong>you\u2019re limited to the apps that Windows 10 displays<\/strong>, with no option to browse your PC.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/default-app-by-protocol.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"592\" alt=\"Choosing an app for a specific protocol\"><\/figure>\n<h3>4. Using the Old Default Programs Manager<\/h3>\n<p>The previously mentioned options are effective for managing default apps. However, I have a personal preference for the <strong>old Default Program manager<\/strong> that was introduced with Windows 7 and 8. Fortunately, it remains accessible in Windows 10, and Microsoft has thoughtfully provided a <strong>link to it within the Windows 10 Default Apps Manager<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Within the Default Apps Manager, you can select the <strong>Set defaults by app<\/strong> link to access the old Default Programs Manager.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/old-default-programs-manager.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"432\" alt=\"Interface of the old Default Programs Manager\"><\/figure>\n<p>On the left side, you\u2019ll observe a <strong>list of all the apps installed on your PC<\/strong>, encompassing both native and third-party applications. Upon selecting any app, you\u2019ll be presented with two options: <strong>Set this program as default<\/strong> and <strong>Choose defaults for this program<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a breakdown of each:<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/old-default-programs-app-options.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"528\" alt=\"Options for setting a program as default\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>\"Set this program as default\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Activating this option will associate all file types and protocols that the chosen app can manage. Exercise caution with this feature and <strong>employ it only when you fully trust the app for all related tasks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, while I rely on the Opera browser for opening all my links-including MailTo-I prefer <strong>Adobe Acrobat for accessing my PDF files<\/strong> due to its superior performance. Consequently, I cannot utilize the \u201cSet this program as default\u201d option indiscriminately. It\u2019s essential to review all protocols and file types beforehand and then apply this option if suitable.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\"Choose defaults for this program\"<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This feature grants you the ability to <strong>individually select file types and protocols<\/strong>. It will display all file types and protocols that the app can handle. Your task is to <strong>mark the checkboxes adjacent to the file names<\/strong> and then click <strong>Save<\/strong> to link them with the app.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/choose-file-type-and-protocol.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"528\" alt=\"Interface to choose file types and protocols for an app\"><\/figure>\n<p>However, it\u2019s worth noting that you <strong>cannot deselect any pre-associated file types or protocols<\/strong>. This is because if you remove the default app for a specific file type, no app will be able to open it until it\u2019s reassigned. As a result, <strong>Windows prohibits this action<\/strong>. To disassociate a file type or protocol from the current app, you must assign it to an alternative application.<\/p>\n<p>In my opinion, the <strong>Choose defaults for this program<\/strong> option offers a superior approach to managing defaults, granting users comprehensive control.<\/p>\n<h2>Resetting Default Apps<\/h2>\n<p>While managing defaults, it\u2019s easy to mistakenly <strong>assign incorrect default apps to files<\/strong>. Fortunately, Windows 10 provides a <strong>Reset<\/strong> button that restores all default apps to Microsoft\u2019s recommended settings. This <strong>Reset<\/strong> button is located within the Windows 10 Default Apps interface, and activating it will instantly revert all defaults to their original settings.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/change-default-apps-windows-10\/reset-default-apps.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"446\" alt=\"Resetting default apps in Windows 10\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/manage-customize-send-to-context-menu-windows-10\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: How to Customize Windows 10 \u201cSend to\u201d Context Menu\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to Customize Windows 10 \u201cSend to\u201d Context Menu<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/manage-customize-send-to-context-menu-windows-10.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-42946 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/manage-customize-send-to-context-menu-windows-10.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">How to Customize Windows 10 \u201cSend to\u201d Context Menu<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe \"Send to\" option in Windows context menu is astonishingly helpful, but it's also one of the most...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>For many users, the <strong>Open with<\/strong> context menu option will suffice, given its simplicity and adaptability. However, for batch adjustments, reliance on the dedicated Default Apps Manager is necessary.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also beneficial to be aware that you can <a href=\"https:\/\/winaero.com\/blog\/how-to-export-and-import-file-associations-in-windows-10\/\">export and import default app associations<\/a>. This feature can be invaluable when transitioning to a different PC or after resetting Windows.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I\u2019m not a big fan of Windows 10\u2019s built-in apps. That\u2019s why I always download third-party alternatives, which are typically more powerful. However, this also means I often need to manage default apps. Unfortunately, Windows 10 offers a completely different interface for managing default apps compared to Windows 7 or 8. 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