Windows 10: File opens with the associated program on the desktop it is already running

Discus and support File opens with the associated program on the desktop it is already running in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Hi, I have the following very annoying problem, as described below.I am using Windows Desktops daily, especially in combination with Google Chrome,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by DeeK25, Feb 1, 2023.

  1. DeeK25 Win User

    File opens with the associated program on the desktop it is already running


    Hi, I have the following very annoying problem, as described below.I am using Windows Desktops daily, especially in combination with Google Chrome, where the Chrome Windows open on a certain desktop, reopen after restart on the same desktop as well. Great feature!!! I wish this would work with other programs as well. By the way: is this a WIN11 or a Google Chrome feature?Now to the actual problem:Let's say I am on Desktop#1 "Work" and I want to open an image from file explorer. Images are linked to the Windows "Photos" program/app. If I open the selected image, and the "Photos" app is already

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    DeeK25, Feb 1, 2023
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  2. Motim Win User

    File Association to Programs


    Hello,
    Some programs on the pc were not installed with the installer - they are portable zip files, I unziped them into a folder, made a shortcut to the desktop and they work fine for me. They are not listed in the 'installed programs' list.
    I am trying to associate certain files to such programs, I open the "default programs" panel to set the association, but when I want to change the current program, it opens the 'look into the store', no option to browse into the windows explorer,
    to set the default program.
    Hope I made myself clear.
    Thanks for answers
     
    Motim, Feb 1, 2023
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  3. When clicking the files getting error that the file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action.

    Hello,

    I understand that when you try to open the file, you are prompted that the files does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. We will certainly help you.

    • What file are you trying to open?
    This issue is caused if the file is not associated with any of the application or program to open it.

    If those files are the pictures as I can see that you are trying to access the picture folder. I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if the issue resolves.

    • Right click on the file and select Open with.
    • Select Photo App or Photo Gallery.
    • Double click and check if you are able to open that file.
    Keep us posted if the issue is resolved. We are glad to help you.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Feb 1, 2023
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  4. File opens with the associated program on the desktop it is already running

    Can a file extension(.flv) be added to Default Program Associations.

    Hi Fred,



    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.



    I understand that you are facing issues associating a particular file extension with a program on Windows 10. I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you.

    To assist you better, please provide the information:

    When you say that "Default Program Associations", are you referring to the list of default applications in default programs settings?



    I want you to be informed that all the file extensions is listed in the default program settings which is displayed under
    Associate a file type or protocol with a program.



    In default program list, all the programs or application will be listed. Then we can select each program as default program for opening a particular file.

    I suggest you to refer to the below steps to make default program for a particular file extension.

    1. Type "Control Panel" without the quotes in search box and click on it.

    2. Click on Programs.

    3. Then click on Default Programs and click on Choose Default for this Programs.

    4. Select .flv file from the list.

    Also you can try other steps to associate the a particular extenstion with the program.

    1. Type "Control Panel" without the quotes in search box and click on it.

    2. Click on Programs.

    3. Then click on Associate a file type or protocol with a program
    and search for .flv extension from the list.

    4. Click on .flv and then click on Change Program.



    Reply to us with the information, so that we can assist you better.

    Let us know if you need any further assistance on Windows related issues and we will be glad to help.
     
    Nyima Yonten, Feb 1, 2023
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