Windows 10: Programmatically Modifying Windows 10 Default App Settings

Discus and support Programmatically Modifying Windows 10 Default App Settings in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Hi, I'd like a way to programmatically modify the default app settings on my workstation. I'm running Windows 10 Enterprise, version 1809, OS build... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by MichaelLee_9000, Jun 23, 2020.

  1. MICHAELLEE_9000
    MichaelLee_9000 Win User

    Programmatically Modifying Windows 10 Default App Settings


    Hi,


    I'd like a way to programmatically modify the default app settings on my workstation. I'm running Windows 10 Enterprise, version 1809, OS build 1763.1217. My specific problem is that my default web browser keeps reverting back to Internet Explorer whenever I reboot my computer. I have not found a fix for this behavior, so as a work around, I'd like to have a batch script run at startup to set my default browser to Firefox. I have administrator rights on my workstation.


    tl;dr: Where are default app settings stored and what is the best way to modify them with a batch script?I already know how to modify default apps in the settings dialog, I want to modify them programmatically.

    :)
     
    MichaelLee_9000, Jun 23, 2020
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  2. DARLEEN PEN
    Darleen Pen Win User

    Programmatically modifying Lockscreen on Windows 10

    Hi Matt,

    Due to the complexity of your concern about modifying the lock screen programmatically, we suggest that you post your query on our Microsoft
    Developer Network Forums    . MSDN Forums focuses more on advanced technical discussions about Microsoft products. It comprises IT professionals and developers that can provide you tips and troubleshooting about this concern.

    If you have other questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us.
     
    Darleen Pen, Jun 23, 2020
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  3. PUMA99DK|
    puma99dk| Win User
    Windows 10 forgets default apps

    I have noticed like not 5mins ago that Winamp just got kicked out of my default apps list in Windows 10 Pro.
    I installed this installation not max 3 weeks ago with fresh downloaded Windows 10 Pro using Microsoft Media Creation Tool, is there a way to fix this bcs I using sfc /scannow don't do a lot for me and I have run it before on this installation.

    Before u ask, I have fully updated my Windows 10 with all non-insider/beta updates.

    The only thing I have disabled is the uac prompt that popup when u need admin for applications to run bcs it's simply annoying.

    I don't remember having all these problems with Windows 8.1 Pro when i was using that and I am really thinking about going back so I can have "fully control" over Windows again with like disabling all the admin crap bcs I feel like it's messing more up and makes things less useful in Windows 10 with all these small problems I have and I read a lot of ppl having problems with various things time and time again where they needed to reinstall Win10 over and over to get it to work fully.

    Any advice on how I can get Windows 10 to just work as a "daily driver" without all these small annoying things? *Frown Programmatically Modifying Windows 10 Default App Settings :(
     
    puma99dk|, Jun 23, 2020
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  4. ANNU SINGH
    Annu Singh Win User

    Programmatically Modifying Windows 10 Default App Settings

    Cannot set "Calendar" as default app

    Hi J.C.Coelho,



    Welcome to Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 Technical Preview is much appreciated.



    I would suggest you to try the below steps and check whether you are able to make the Calendar as default.

    • Go to Settings.
    • Click on System.
    • Select Default apps from the left pane.
    • Click on Choose default app by protocol at the bottom.
    • Select the Calendar and choose an app.
    Keep us posted if you face any issues on windows in future. We will be glad to help you.
     
    Annu Singh, Jun 23, 2020
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