How Do You Change File Type Associations In Windows XP?
File type associations help Windows XP identify the programs that are required to open certain files or applications. Text files (.txt) are opened using Notepad or Word while .MP3 files are associated with Windows Media Player or iTunes. However more than one application can be used to open different types of files. You can change file-type associations in Windows XP in order to have one application be the default for all files of the same type. Click on the Start menu with your mouse or press the “Windows” button on your keyboard. Click on the “My Computer” option in the Start menu. Click on the “Tools” tab along the menu bar. Click on the “Folder Options” option. Click on the “View” tab. Make sure the “Hide extensions for known file types” is unchecked, so you can see the full filenames in Windows XP, including file type associations. Click “OK” and close the “Folder Options” window. Right-click on a file you wish to change. Click on the “Properties” option in the right-click context
