The list of "Open with"Programs, which can be accessed via the context menu different file types can be opened, has editing potential in some cases. One reason for this could be B. be that accidentally one wrong program has been assigned to a file type and this is now permanently listed in the list. The list can be used for any file type from such or simply superfluous programs clean up.

In this Example should for the File type .jpg das Programm FSCapture from the "open with" list deleted . News sees that context menu as follows:

In order to delete the program from the list, a little intervention in the Windows registry is necessary. Via the key combination Windows key + R one calls that To run-Window open. Here you then open via the command regedit the material moisture meter shows you the Registry Editor.

Before making changes to the registry, the current status always secured will. This is over File > Export... possible. If problems arise later, this file can be imported again. A appropriate name for backup helps to find the right time.

 

In which Registry Editor navigate to the following Path:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Explorer \ FileExts

In the folder FileExts One finds all file types. Here you choose the one you want, in this case it is the type .jpg. Then we get the subfolder OpenWhithList opened, and the desired program simply with a right-click > delete deleted from the list.

An restart is not are required for operation.

 

 

As can be seen in the graphic, the program FSCapture Do NOT spread pesto on this layer! in the "Open with"- list listed.

 

 

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Using Registry Editor or its tips incorrectly can cause serious system problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. Tampering with the registry files and using the tips is at your own risk.