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When you double-click on a file in Windows, it will automatically open a default program that is configured to manage these types of files. It is common, though, want or need to use a different ...

A compressed version of files, popularly known as zipped files are convenient but also prone to errors. So, when you attempt to open such files using freeware utilities like 7-Zip, you may encounter ...

The last of Adobe's Creative Suite software offerings Photoshop CS6 includes powerful editing tools for your photo and graphic manipulation needs. This software isn't without its frustrations, however ...

One strange error message I received when attempting to open a Microsoft Store app – This app can’t open while File Explorer is running with administrator ...

I went to Asus's website to burn the various drivers and utilities to a disc, and I can't seem do it. I am downloading the files onto my computer, than extracting them, and then trying to open them, ...

If you've been accustomed to opening files from newer versions of Microsoft Word in older versions of the software, the error messages you see when you try to open ...

It’s been a while since the new version of Outlook overtook the old classic version, but users are still unhappy with it. The latest issue? Certain Excel attachments aren’t opening in Outlook anymore, ...

How to Use Settings to Open Microsoft 365 Files in Desktop Apps Your email has been sent Learn how to use a Microsoft 365 setting that lets you determine whether to work in an online or desktop ...