Implementing a Custom File Format

This section on implementing a custom file format is organized as follows:

• File Types and File Associations
• Guidelines for File Associations and Default Programs
• Working with Shell Extensions
• Shortcut (Context) Menus and Shortcut Menu Handlers
• Drag-and-Drop Handlers and Custom Clipboard Format
• Thumbnails and Icons
• Preview Handlers and Shell Preview Host
• Property Sheet Handlers
• How to Register and Implement a Property Sheet Handler for a File Type
• How to Register and Implement a Property Sheet Handler for a Control Panel Application