How to Change Default Programs in Mac OS X Leopard

When you double-click on a file, it will open in the program that the computer's operating system deems is the most appropriate. You can set the default program for a specific file or all files of a specific type. Changing the default programs for a file type in Mac OS X Leopard is intuitive and easy. Changing file type associations is done in the same way for any file type on your Apple operating system.

Instructions

1. Open a Finder window, select the file that has the default program association you wish to change. Click "File" and select "Get Info."

2. You will be given a number of choices in drop-down menu. Click the "Open With" drop-down menu. You will see the current application selected for the file association.

3. Change the program to the one you desire.

4. Changing the program changes it only for the file you have selected. To change the file association of all similar file types, click on the "Change All" button, and you will be presented with a warning window that will ask if you’re sure you want to change the file type association. Click “Continue.”

Tips & Warnings

• If you make a mistake or want to change your mind about a file type association, use the same procedure to change it back.

References

• APC Mag: How to -- Set Your Default Applications in Mac OS X

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish