Windows 10: File associations revert to Windows default apps on every boot

Discus and support File associations revert to Windows default apps on every boot in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; It's programs which are not at all obviously related to either the function or the extension that have been found to cause the problem. One game,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by djxdj, Jan 10, 2016.

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  1. DALCHINA
    dalchina New Member

    File associations revert to Windows default apps on every boot


    It's programs which are not at all obviously related to either the function or the extension that have been found to cause the problem. One game, Winzip (old versions) for example.

    Sumo is the most comprehensive update checker I know of, and I've tried a few. It has a huge database, and is much more comprehensive than Secunia in checking for updated desktop programs. It does not address Windows updates.

    Downside- you don't get a straight download link - at least not in the free version.
     
    dalchina, Feb 12, 2016
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  2. HWALKER1
    Hwalker1 Win User

    I have gone through all these methods in an attempt to change .jpg file associations to Adobe Fireworks CS5.1. Regardless of how I do it, the file that opens is Adobe Fireworks CS4. Fireworks of any variety needs to be opened using admin mode. When I click on the program to set the file association, it always comes up as Fireworks CS5.1 but never runs when I select a ,jpg file. It is a X86 program, 32 bit as shown below, but win 10 always loads a different version. My system is a 64 bit one. Any ideas?

    File associations revert to Windows default apps on every boot [​IMG]
     
    Hwalker1, Feb 24, 2016
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  3. DALCHINA
    dalchina New Member
    Please note that MS has admitted a bug in respect of defaults being reset after a recent update which I'll add here. (@Hwalker1 - this is not likely to be relevant to you.. I'd guess your issue is much more specific).

    MS admits bug in KB3135173 resetting associations
    See this, referring to KB3135173,
    Windows 10 Forced Update Resets Default Apps To Microsoft Products - Slashdot

    Updategate: Microsoft 'aware' of problem causing app defaults to reset- The Inquirer

    - from which came the suggested registry modification.
    Fix for "An App Default was Reset" Windows 10 Resetting File Associations (Registry Fixes) - The Winhelponline Blog

    However, it would be better (I think) to uninstall the update, and hide it (see the Tutorial section)

    I posted this info in the News section some days ago, but it was moved- I know not where.
     
    dalchina, Feb 24, 2016
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  4. DALCHINA
    dalchina New Member

    File associations revert to Windows default apps on every boot

    Hi, have a look at this. I don't use this software, but it may be meaningful to you. Hope it helps.
    (Note: Firefox flags it as having an invalid certificate)
     
    dalchina, Apr 5, 2018
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