However, these steps can be done for any other file type. Note: For example purposes, I’m showing an MP3 file in this guide. To quickly tell Windows to associate a specific program with a specific file type, do the following: HOW TO QUICKLY CHOOSE DEFAULT PROGRAM FOR SPECIFIC FILE TYPE Take note that even though this guide is for desktop/laptop users that are annoyed with Windows Store apps, tablet users can do the same thing, if desired.
In this article, I not only show you how to quickly change the default programs for specific file types but also guide you how to control these default programs throughout your system - regardless of if you are on desktop or Modern UI.
Therefore, most desktop and laptop users probably want to use their non-Windows-Store, traditional programs to perform the required job.
For non-touch users, a Windows Store app is someway uncomfortable to use with mouse and keyboard because it requires many touch gestures to navigate, and running apps in full-screen all the time can be very annoying. For example, when I open a MP3 file or a video clip, Windows 8 will call the Music app or Video app instead of opening Windows Media Player (WMP) like Windows 7 does. Although Windows 8 provides two completely different environments (desktop and Modern UI/Start screen), it seems Microsoft wants Windows Store apps to take advantage of all user actions by default… even if a user is in desktop mode.
