Windows 10: Setting Default Folder for an App

Discus and support Setting Default Folder for an App in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I have problem of wrong folder as default folder to open files. See I installed Python using AppStore but IDLE was not opening with some error ' 'some... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Enil Caulla, Nov 3, 2019.

  1. ENIL CAULLA
    Enil Caulla Win User

    Setting Default Folder for an App


    I have problem of wrong folder as default folder to open files. See I installed Python using AppStore but IDLE was not opening with some error ' 'some dll file not found' so I downloaded this file and put it in 'system32' folder. Now IDLE is opening but default folder is also 'system32' which is not helpful.

    Every time I press ctr+'O' 'System32' folder opens. It is annoying to navigate to python folder and then open my py file.


    How do I change my default folder for IDLE

    :)
     
    Enil Caulla, Nov 3, 2019
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  2. EESHWAR KUMAR
    Eeshwar Kumar Win User

    How to set Microsoft Photos App as default

    Hello,

    We understand the issue you are facing and will assist you.

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • Navigate to Start>Settings>System.
    • In the left pane, click on Default Apps.
    • In the right pane, click on Choose default apps by file type.
    • Set the default App to open .jpg files and check for status.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Nov 3, 2019
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  3. ANNU SINGH
    Annu Singh Win User
    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, Nov 3, 2019
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  4. KORMATH
    kormath Win User

    Setting Default Folder for an App

    Lost default photo viewer after profile rebuild


    Thanks Brink. I've tried those steps before i started searching Google. After the profile rebuild i don't have the Photo app listed to choose to make it default in either the system settings for default apps or the Open With option.

    I can't even find it doing a search. Seems to have been removed somehow with the profile rebuild, which doesn't make sense.

    Might be helpful to list what i've done Setting Default Folder for an App :) I've done the open with check, the choose default program in the system menu, tried that in device manager default programs also. I've checked the programs and features Turn windows features on/off and it's not listed there (never thought it was but that was a suggestion), searched the MS Store, it's not listed there either.

    I don't like playing in the registry unless i have defined steps and haven't found anything for this yet, just the Win7 version like in my OP.
     
    kormath, Nov 3, 2019
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