How to Change a Default Picture Viewer With Outlook
In an effort to expedite the opening of files when they are double-clicked, Windows has created a list of default programs that are to be used when opening specific file types. While this is typically a very useful feature, it can be somewhat inconvenient when someone needs to change the application that they want to use when opening a certain type of file. This is especially evident when double-clicking on attachments in Microsoft Outlook, as unfamiliar file types may be inadvertently opened with the wrong program, thereby making them difficult to open for all future attempts.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Changing default programs in Vista or later
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Click the Windows button in the lower left hand corner on the desktop.
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Select the "Default Programs" option.
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Click the "Set Default Programs" option.
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Choose the application that you would like to use as your default picture viewer from the list on the left.
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Click the "Set this program as default button."
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Click the "OK" button.
Changing default programs in XP or earlier
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Right click on an image file, then select the "Open With" option.
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Select the application that you want to use as your default picture viewer.
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Choose to "Always use the selected program to open this kind of file."
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Click the "OK" button.
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Repeat this process for any new picture file type that does not open with the correct application.
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Tips & Warnings
Changing the default applications using this method will apply to all applications and files on the computer. You will not need to make any changes for specific applications.
