How to Revert .exe Files to Their Default Settings

Learn how to change .exe files back to normal with easy step-by-step instructions.

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To change .exe files back to normal, right-click on the .exe file, select ‘Properties’, and then choose the ‘General’ tab. Under the ‘Opens with’ section, click ‘Change’ and select the program you want the file to open with. If necessary, restore the default by choosing ‘Windows Explorer’. Click ‘Apply’ and then ‘OK’. Restart your computer to ensure the changes take effect. Always ensure you trust the file source before opening or modifying .exe files.**

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are .exe files? .exe files are executable files that run programs on Windows operating systems.
  2. How can I safely open .exe files? Always ensure the source of the .exe file is trustworthy and consider scanning it with antivirus software before opening.
  3. What happens if I change the program for an .exe file? Changing the program for an .exe file determines which application will open the file when double-clicked.
  4. How do I reset my file associations in Windows? You can reset file associations through the Default Apps settings in the Windows Control Panel.

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