How to change default apps on Windows 11

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Settings application

   Press Windows Key + I on your keyboard to launch the Settings application. Alternatively, open the Start menu and select the gear icon.

   Note: Win + I
2. 30 sec

   Access the Apps menu

   In the left-hand navigation sidebar, click on the Apps category. Select Default apps from the main window pane to view all installed software.

3. 30 sec

   Identify the application

   Use the search bar labeled 'Set a default for a file type or link type' to find the specific app you wish to use as your default. Click on the application icon once it appears in the search results.

   Note: You can also search by file extension, such as .pdf or .html.
4. 1 min

   Modify the default associations

   Review the list of file types and link types associated with that application. Click on any file extension that currently uses a different application and select your preferred app from the list. Click Set default to confirm your choice.

   Note: Some extensions may require manual selection via 'Choose an app' if not listed in the quick-select menu.
5. 30 sec

   Confirm the changes

   Close the Settings window. Open a file of the type you just modified to ensure it launches in your newly selected default application.