Setting File type associations
This example details how to check and change the file type association for animations (*.avi) on Windows.
Note:
It is recommended that you close all programs before proceeding.
Using
Windows Explorer
, locate a file with the *.avi extension.
Right-click on the file, then select
Open With
.
If another program is associated with the *.avi extension, select
Open With
>
Choose Program
.
Select
Windows Media Player
from the
Programs
list. Ensure that the
Always use the selected program to open this kind of file
checkbox is selected.
Click
OK
to change the file type association and return to
Windows Explorer
.
Parent topic:
File type association