Opening files in app in new teams

So, this functionality we used to have with even Office Standard, is now locked behind a paywall for some reason and only available for the much higher cost of an E3 or E5 license? I know you are an independent advisor and it's unlikely Microsoft will ever give an official response to this but it's really sad. It's a basic feature.

We have also Business Premium and I'll expect a simple solution from Microsoft!

These products are becoming more and more complex and standard functions are disappearing.
The normal user does not want to work in web applications, if the Internet is not available the PCs are slow and difficult to use!

Hello Robert G,

My name is Oluwatosin and I’ll be more than happy to help you with your query." This is a user-to-user community forum. We do not have access to your account.

To set the default behavior for opening files in the Teams app instead of the browser, follow these steps:

Launch the Microsoft Teams desktop or web app. Click on the three-dot menu in the top right corner to open the menu. Then, select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. In the Settings menu, In the left sidebar scroll down to the Files and Links section. From the dropdown menu, select your preferred default app for opening Office files: The Teams option opens files within Teams.

Once you've made the adjustment, ensure to save your changes. Close and reopen Teams to apply the new setting.

See the attached screenshot.

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.

Best regards, Oluwatosin.

thanks. I want to open all files in the apps and that is no longer on the drop down when selecting to set the default.