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Discussions about Windows not remembering file association preferences, specifically the 'Open with' dialog checkbox to always use a chosen program. Users report that even after checking the box to always open a file type with a specific application, Windows 7 and later versions may fail to remember the preference, causing the dialog to reappear. Troubleshooting steps include checking default programs settings, clearing the registry, or using command-line tools to reset file associations.
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    Windows 7 "Open with" program NOT remembered although checkbox ticked?

    When I double click in WinExplorer on an *.mp4 video file a popup appears asking me if I want to play the video with a certain program (here with well known VLC video player). As you can see in the attached snapshot I checked the checkbox to ALWAYS use VLC for opening the video. BUT: When I...
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    • checkbox configuration default programs dialog box file association file types help request media player mp4 open with remember preferences software issues system behavior troubleshooting user experience video playback vlc windows 7 winexplorer
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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