Can't Change Default Apps Windows 11 (OS Build 22000.120)

Anonymous
2021-08-09T11:12:27+00:00

The new Default App Setting is way to advance and confusing which is unecessary complex for home users. I wanted to change the default file type for Photos and Videos but I there is no jpg, png, mp4 types of file type showing when searching to change it's default app. Also I can't change the default app using explorer open with because the checkbox for always use this app is missing for both Photos and Videos. Also there is no Open with the file property too. Help Me Anyone.

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  1. Anonymous
    2021-12-30T12:54:08+00:00

    Thanks for sharing. It seems that this solved the issue for many users.

    However, even when I run the command shell in admin mode I get following error message:

    "Get-AppxPackage' is not recognized as an internal or external command,

    operable program or batch file."

    Does anyone have the same issue? What should I do in this case?

    Update:

    I got it. This needs to be done in PowerShell not command shell - these are different apps.

    Now it works for me!

    Thanks

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  2. Anonymous
    2021-12-12T16:20:00+00:00

    It looks like a great reply, but I don't speak the language on your screen.

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  3. Anonymous
    2021-11-07T11:49:38+00:00

    I assume you didn't start terminal with admin rights?

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  4. Anonymous
    2021-11-07T11:43:03+00:00

    Acceses is denied :(

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  5. Anonymous
    2021-10-12T09:29:30+00:00

    I have the same problem, can't search for .jpg, .mp4, .mkv, the box is greyed out for those file types

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