Windows 10: Windows 11 default apps keep getting reset

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  1. Windows 11 default apps keep getting reset


    In Windows 11 I have various file associations set to different default apps than the original - image files are set to Irfanview, video and audio files to VLC, for example. However, I find that these default apps get reset randomly - videos to Movies, images to Paint 3D except jpgs which get reset to WhatsApp, and audio to something else not of my choosing.I know how to reset all these but I don't want to have to, I want Windows to just leave the file associations how they are. Has anyone else encountered this, and found a solution?

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    Mike F Fleming, Oct 31, 2024 at 1:17 PM
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  2. How to reset Windows 10 settings to default?

    Hi,

    As per your concern, some settings on Windows 10 have default options. You can reset Windows 10 to its defaults app by following this steps.

    • Go to Settings.
    • Choose System.
    • On the left side, select Default app.



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    • Under Reset to the Microsoft recommended defaults, click Reset.
    Regarding your concern with default button on each setting, you have a great idea. We suggest that you share your comments on our Windows Feedback hub for us to improve our services. Simply type
    Windows Feedback on the Start menu.

    Should you have further questions, feel free to get back to us.
     
  3. Default apps are not working in Windows 10

    Hi,

    As you are facing issues with accessing the default apps on your computer, let us try the troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

    Step 1: I suggest you to run the
    Windows Store Apps troubleshooter.

    Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter,
    troubleshoots problems that may prevent Windows Store Apps from working correctly.

    Run the troubleshooter for Windows apps



    Step 2: I suggest you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

    Steps:

    • Connect to the internet.
    • Press Windows key and type updates.
    • Click on Check for updates.
    • Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
    • Try to install the updates being shown.

    Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of accessing the default apps for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Oct 31, 2024 at 1:20 PM
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  4. Windows 11 default apps keep getting reset

    Cannot Change Default Apps

    Rodger,

    Did the problem occur after installing IrfanView, perchance?

    Either way, open a PowerShell window and run these commands:

    This fixes the issue in most cases.

    References:

     
    Ramesh Srinivasan, Oct 31, 2024 at 1:20 PM
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