How to Change the Default Photo Display Program in Windows XP

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Go to your start menu and open the control panel.

   If you don't see this icon, on the left bar below where it says Control Panel, look for the words "Switch to Classic View" and click on it. ,, Below, it will say what program the file opens with, and offer a button called Change. , You may want to experiment with what you like.
   
   Many people prefer Windows Picture and Fax Viewer as a convenient option. ,,,;
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   Step 2: Look for an icon called Folder Options and open it.

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   Step 3: Select the third tab

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   Step 4: labeled File Types.

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   Step 5: Scroll down to JPG

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   Step 6: the most common photo file type (you may want to change GIF as well)

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   Step 7: and highlight it.

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   Step 8: Click on Change

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   Step 9: and you will be presented with a list of options to choose from.

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    Step 10: Repeat steps 4 and 5 with extensions JPEG and JPE

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    Step 11: two alternate designations for the same type of photo.

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    Step 12: Select OK to close the window.

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    Step 13: Right click on the picture file

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    Step 14: select "Open With..." select the desired program and toggle the "Always use this" checkbox.

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