Windows 10: Windows refuses to accept new default programs.

I don't seem to be able to set new default programs on Windows 10 Pro v1803.


I have tried the following methods for setting a new default program:


1. Right click on .pdf file > Open With > Choose another app > Always use this app to open .pdf files.


The file will open in the selected program, but pdfs still default to Edge.


2. Settings > System > Default apps > Choose default apps by file type.


When I select my pdf reader here, the choice is simply ignored and Edge remains the default program. For some file types, I am not even given the option of selecting the desired program. It is simply absent from the list of programs in the drop down menu.


This problem occurs for all file types. So far I have been unable to set default programs for .jpg, .mkv, .avi, and .pdf.

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Program refuses to be uninstalled


Bitdefender (an anti-virus program) is giving me trouble. After running for a week it gave trouble (refused to accept my sign-in details and even a new attempt to register under new details). It refuses to run and it keeps in asking me to re-install it, which I do but I get into the same loop again.

I have tried Windows 10's uninstall control panel but I repeatedly get a window, presumably from Bitdefender, giving me info on how to complete installation (which includes a restart). Bitdefender continues to be listed in CP "Programs and Features".

How can I get rid of this troublesome program? Is there a brute force method?

Thanks.

 

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 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.

 

Microsoft signals end of Paint program

Microsoft has confirmed that it will continue to offer its graphics program Paint.

In a recent update, it had listed Paint as a feature that would be either removed or no longer developed.

Paint, renowned for its simplicity, has been part of the Windows operating system since its launch in 1985.

Microsoft suggested it would not remain on Windows 10 by default but did say it would be available for free on the Windows Store.

BBC news Report here
Microsoft Paint avoids brush with death