Many types of files can be opened by more than one program. For example, you can open a photo with the Photos program or with Paint, among others. Follow these steps to change the default program that Windows uses to open each type of file.
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In Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10, choose Start and then type Control Panel.
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Choose Programs > Make a file type always open in a specific program. If you don't see Programs, choose Default Programs > Associate a file type or protocol with a program.
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In the Set Associations tool, select the file type you want to change the program for, then choose Change program.
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Once you've chosen the new program to use to open that file type, choose OK.
