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HP PCs - Changing the Default Apps (Windows 10)

This document applies to HP and Compaq PCs with Windows 10.
Use this document to learn how to customize which apps Windows automatically uses to open pictures, web pages, music, and other file types.
For business computers, the application settings may be managed at the IT level and may not be available in Windows to configure. To confirm, contact your company's IT department or your local IT service.

Video overview

This video shows how to change the default apps in Windows 10.
View this video on YouTube.

Changing your default apps in Windows 10

To change which apps your system uses to open certain file types, complete the following steps:
  1. Press the Windows + I keys to open the Settings application.
  2. Click Apps to open your App settings.
    Figure : Opening the Apps settings
    Opening Settings
  3. Click Default apps in the menu on the left.
    Figure : Default apps
  4. Choose any app that you want to change from the list, click it, and click your desired app from the menu that pops up.
  5. Close Settings.

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