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I tried typing "%temp%" in run, and it shows "How do you want to open this file?"
Normally when i tried, it open a temporary files folder. How do i Fix this?
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WIndows Explorer option isn't given on the file selection.
Given options are:
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
BiTorrent
Command line RAR
Internet Explorer
Itunes
Nero Burning ROM
Nero CoverDesigner
Notepad
Paint
PIcasa Photo Viewer
shellreg.vsp
Windwos Media Player
Windows Photo Viewer
WinRAR archiver
World 2013
WordPad
Look for another app on this PC
We appreciate the additional information. Since Windows Explorer isn't available on the list, we suggest resetting the default apps to a Microsoft recommended defaults and see if it helps. Follow the steps below:
If the issue still persists after resetting the default app, we recommend creating a new user account to help resolve the issue. Click this **article**for reference on how to create a new local user account.
Get back to us with the outcome so we can help you further.
Hi,
Changes to the default app when opening the temp folder is one of the possible reasons why this issue is happening. We recommend locating Windows Explorer on the file selection, then click OK.
Keep us in the loop with the result.
