Windows 10: I need assistance with changing the way in witch package files are identified/ opened on my pc.

Discus and support I need assistance with changing the way in witch package files are identified/ opened on my pc. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi,It seems like my PC is identifying that all package files are PDF files. I have tried changing the properties so that the folders should be opened... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Pieter Oosthuizen, Feb 3, 2025 at 5:52 AM.

  1. I need assistance with changing the way in witch package files are identified/ opened on my pc.


    Hi,It seems like my PC is identifying that all package files are PDF files. I have tried changing the properties so that the folders should be opened with "Window Explorer", however that is not one of the drop-down options when I am trying to chance that under "Properties", and then under "General".The only options available is : Adobe, Internet Explorer, and then the option to look for an app in the Microsoft Store.I tried uploading a snip to this question, however that also did not work.Any help will be appreciated.ThanksPieter

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    Pieter Oosthuizen, Feb 3, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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  2. DaveM121 Win User

    "always use this app to open .package files"

    Hi armpitties , it is not easy to remove a file association in Windows 10,

    Please take this step by Step and the problem will be resolved

    Open Windows File Explorer

    On the view Ribbon (tab) tick the box marked 'File Name Extensions'

    Close File Explorer

    Right click your Desktop and choose New - Text File

    Change the file extension on that new file from .txt to .exe

    Confirm the change

    Right click a .package file, choose open with - Choose another App

    Check the box marked 'Always use this app to open .package files' - IMPORTANT!

    Scroll to the bottom and click 'More Apps'

    Again scroll to the bottom and choose 'Find another app on this PC'

    Navigate to the dummy file exe on your Desktop and click OK

    The .package file will not open

    Delete the dummy exe file on your Desktop and restart your PC

    The file association will then be broken!
     
  3. Windows Installer Error: This installation package cannot be opened.

    Hi AJ,

    Thank you for posting in Community.

    We are glad to provide the assistance required to help you answer your query.

    The above error can occur if the locally cached Windows Installer package (*.msi) file is damaged or corrupted.

    To rectify the above, I suggest that you try the steps mentioned below and check if you are able to install the software successfully.

    • Open the \Windows\Installer folder on your computer's hard disk.
    • Right-click any file with an .msi extension.
    • Click Properties on the shortcut menu. The
      Subject
      box on the Summary tab contains the name of the product that installed the .msi file.
    • Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each .msi file in the \Installer folder, and delete the .msi file for the software that you are trying to install.

    Hope this helps
     
    Vanessa Sohtun, Feb 3, 2025 at 5:53 AM
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  4. Ketxxx Win User

    I need assistance with changing the way in witch package files are identified/ opened on my pc.

    opening .dds files with gimp

    Simply, HOW? I got the DDS plugin but the POS wont open DDS files still. Can someone give me a step-by-step rundown of how to install the DDS plugin for gimp so I know if I'm missing something?
     
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