Adding files to default apps list in Windows 10

Windows 10 comes with a default set of apps that are used to open various file types. However, there may be times when you want to add a different app to the default apps list. This can be useful if you prefer to use a specific app for opening certain file types. In this article, we will guide you on how to add files to the default apps list in Windows 10.

Method 1: Using the Settings App

The easiest way to add files to the default apps list is by using the Settings app. Here's how:

1. Click on the Start button and select Settings (the gear icon).
2. In the Settings app, click on Apps.
3. On the left sidebar, click on Default apps.
4. Scroll down and click on Choose default apps by file type.
5. Scroll through the list of file types and find the one you want to change the default app for. Click on the current default app next to it.
6. A list of available apps will appear. Select the app you want to set as the default for that file type.

That's it! The selected app will now be the default app for opening that file type.

Method 2: Using the Open With Option

If you want to add a file to the default apps list on a one-time basis, you can use the Open With option. Here's how:

1. Locate the file you want to open with a different app.
2. Right-click on the file and select Open with.
3. A list of available apps will appear. If the app you want to use is listed, click on it. If not, click on Choose another app.
4. Another list of apps will appear. Select the app you want to use.
5. Check the box that says Always use this app to open .[file extension] if you want to set the selected app as the default for that file type.
6. Click OK to open the file with the selected app.

From now on, whenever you double-click on a file with that particular file extension, it will open with the app you selected.

Adding files to the default apps list in Windows 10 is a simple process that can be done using either the Settings app or the Open With option. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily set your preferred apps as the default for opening specific file types.

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