How to add programs to the Default Apps list?


  1. tmp1throw
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    How to add programs to the Default Apps list?


    I mean the list that shows up when you go to Settings > Apps > Default Apps. You can "Look for an app in the Microsoft Store", but I want to add a .exe. I know you can set default apps by file type or protocol, but this is much easier and I don't have to set them one by one and maybe even forget a format.

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  3. dalchina
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    Win 10 Pro (22H2) (2nd PC is 22H2)
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    Hi, this is not so easy - the question has been asked before, if you care to search tenforums.
    One example illustrating some of the keys involved:

    How to add my own program to the list of Default programs?

    Another angle:
    Cannot change default program

    See too this extended discussion
    Add a program to the list of Default Programs? Solved - Windows 7 Help Forums

    Default Programs Editor (free) - mentioned in above:
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