Windows 10: Select an app to open this file keeps popping up in Windows 11; How to disable it?

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If you keep getting the Select an app to open this file popup in Windows 11, the error is usually associated with missing file associations, corrupted system files, or background processes trying to access files without assigned handlers. However, fixing the issue isn’t as complicated as it might sound. Here are several effective methods to […]

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Selecting apps to open files while using Open with on Windows 10

Hello Chris,



We realize your requirement in this regard.



Let me confirm that the apps or application that appears in the list of Open with depends on the selection and there usage. Sadly, we don't have any manual option for forcing this change that makes that app appears in the Open with list.



Suggest you to try using the app for multiple time, when you make selection with the Open with to see if it automatically appears for the next time.

Keep posted if you require further assistance.

Thank you.

 

Membuka file/apk .exe muncul select an app to open this .exe file

Hi, LSP UM

Welcome to Microsoft Community.

We understand that you have encountered the problem of accidentally setting Adobe Acrobat as the default application for opening .exe files, which causes all your applications to try to open using Adobe Acrobat. We suggest you try the following options:

1. Reset the file association:

- Right-click on any .exe file in File Explorer and select Properties.

- In the General tab, click on "Change..." next to the "Open Method" button. In the General tab, click on "Open as" next to the "Change..." button.

- A window will pop up showing a list of programs. You may not see the correct program here, so click on "More Applications", scroll down and select "Find other applications on this PC".

- Navigate to and select the Open as Program.exe file and press Open. c:\windowsexplorer.exe

2. Use the Control Panel:

- Open the Control Panel and go to Default Programs > Set Associations.

- Scroll down to find .exe in the list, select it, and click Change Program.

- Select the correct program that should be or will be used to open the .exe file for that particular application. explorer.exe

3. Registry Repair (Advanced): If the above steps don't work, you may need to fix the problem through the Windows Registry Editor. Please note that this is for advanced users, so proceed with caution.

- Open the Registry Editor by pressing , type and press Enter. win + Rregedit

- Navigate to . HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FileExts\.exe

- Delete the folder UserChoice.exe.

- Close the Registry Editor and restart the computer.

If the problem persists and you have previously created a System Restore Point, you may want to consider creating a System Restore Point before proceeding:

1. Open Settings:

- Click on the Start button in the lower left corner of the taskbar and select the Settings icon (gear shape).

2. Go to Update and Security:

- In the Settings window, click Update & Security.

3. Select Restore:

- In the Update & Security tab, select the Restore tab.

4. Find Restore this PC:

- Under the Restore tab, you will see a section for Restore this PC.

5. Select Start:

- Under the "Recover this PC" section, click "Start".

6. Select either "Keep Files" or "Delete Everything":

- Windows 11 will prompt you to choose whether to Keep Files or Delete Everything. Choosing Keep Files keeps your personal files but deletes installed applications and settings; choosing Delete Everything will restore your system to factory settings and delete all files.

7. Select a restore point:

- In the next step, you will see a list of available restore points. Select the specific restore point you wish to restore to and follow the on-screen instructions.

8. Complete the restore:

- After completing the above steps, the system will begin the restore process. Please wait patiently for the system to complete the restore operation.



Sincerely

Nicholas | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

? Block pop-ups in Edge on the phone

Hello,

Pop-ups or pop-up ads are online advertisement that opens a new browser window when clicked or when the website was accessed. For now, the feature of blocking pop-ups or pop-up ads is available for browsers installed on PC's or desktops.

We request that you file this or up-vote an existing feature suggestion using the Windows Feedback Hub app. To submit a new feedback/suggestion, you can follow the steps provided below:

• Go to All Apps, search for the Feedback Hub app or press and hold Volume
  Down+Power button for about 2-3 secs to launch the Feedback Hub app.
  
• Open the menu icon at the top left side.
• Select Feedback, then at the top right side, tap the add button (+).
• Select Suggestion and fill up the box with the details needed.
• Select the right category for the suggestion and then submit.

Should you need further assistance, don't hesitate to get back to us.