Remove From Open With List [Archive]

Steven

July 16th 04, 04:55 PM

To All:

I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
for various file extensions.

The method explained in

Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List

-----

The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
the following registry key

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
readability.

where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With list
you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the program
to be removed from the Open With list.

-----

does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been successful
for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.

A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?

Thank you,

Steve

WinGuy

July 16th 04, 04:55 PM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 16th 04, 04:58 PM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Larry(LJL269)

July 16th 04, 05:32 PM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 16th 04, 05:33 PM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 16th 04, 05:38 PM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 16th 04, 07:50 PM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 16th 04, 08:04 PM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 16th 04, 08:29 PM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 16th 04, 08:37 PM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

WinGuy

July 26th 04, 02:27 PM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 26th 04, 02:41 PM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Larry(LJL269)

July 26th 04, 03:08 PM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 26th 04, 03:08 PM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 26th 04, 03:14 PM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 26th 04, 03:19 PM

WinGuy wrote:
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder
> Options, File Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and
> then clicking the Delete button? You can click the Change button to
> assign a different association if you want to open the filetype with
> something other than what it is currently set to.

WizeGuy:

Thank you for your RE but you completely missed my question and provided the
wrong answer!

>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?

I am NOT interested in removing File Types and their associations under
Folder Options.

I am interested in the removing the accumulated applications in the "Open
With" list in the right click menu for certain file types.

Unfortunately the method outlined in the MSKB Article 258860 which I have
used for several years in Win2000 which requires editing

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\Explorer\FileExt
s\.extension\OpenWithList

does not work for WinXP.

Hopefully this is less convoluted for you.

Thank you,

Steve

WinGuy

July 26th 04, 03:19 PM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 26th 04, 03:28 PM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Larry(LJL269)

July 26th 04, 03:59 PM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 26th 04, 03:59 PM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 26th 04, 04:08 PM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 26th 04, 04:20 PM

WinGuy wrote:
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder
> Options, File Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and
> then clicking the Delete button? You can click the Change button to
> assign a different association if you want to open the filetype with
> something other than what it is currently set to.

WizeGuy:

Thank you for your RE but you completely missed my question and provided the
wrong answer!

>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?

I am NOT interested in removing File Types and their associations under
Folder Options.

I am interested in the removing the accumulated applications in the "Open
With" list in the right click menu for certain file types.

Unfortunately the method outlined in the MSKB Article 258860 which I have
used for several years in Win2000 which requires editing

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\Explorer\FileExt
s\.extension\OpenWithList

does not work for WinXP.

Hopefully this is less convoluted for you.

Thank you,

Steve

Steve

July 26th 04, 05:54 PM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 26th 04, 06:33 PM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 26th 04, 07:00 PM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

WinGuy

July 27th 04, 02:51 AM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 27th 04, 02:57 AM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 03:23 AM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 03:23 AM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 27th 04, 03:30 AM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 27th 04, 03:30 AM

WinGuy wrote:
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder
> Options, File Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and
> then clicking the Delete button? You can click the Change button to
> assign a different association if you want to open the filetype with
> something other than what it is currently set to.

WizeGuy:

Thank you for your RE but you completely missed my question and provided the
wrong answer!

>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?

I am NOT interested in removing File Types and their associations under
Folder Options.

I am interested in the removing the accumulated applications in the "Open
With" list in the right click menu for certain file types.

Unfortunately the method outlined in the MSKB Article 258860 which I have
used for several years in Win2000 which requires editing

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\Explorer\FileExt
s\.extension\OpenWithList

does not work for WinXP.

Hopefully this is less convoluted for you.

Thank you,

Steve

WinGuy

July 27th 04, 05:34 AM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 27th 04, 05:34 AM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 05:39 AM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 05:43 AM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 27th 04, 05:44 AM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 27th 04, 05:53 AM

WinGuy wrote:
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder
> Options, File Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and
> then clicking the Delete button? You can click the Change button to
> assign a different association if you want to open the filetype with
> something other than what it is currently set to.

WizeGuy:

Thank you for your RE but you completely missed my question and provided the
wrong answer!

>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?

I am NOT interested in removing File Types and their associations under
Folder Options.

I am interested in the removing the accumulated applications in the "Open
With" list in the right click menu for certain file types.

Unfortunately the method outlined in the MSKB Article 258860 which I have
used for several years in Win2000 which requires editing

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\Explorer\FileExt
s\.extension\OpenWithList

does not work for WinXP.

Hopefully this is less convoluted for you.

Thank you,

Steve

WinGuy

July 27th 04, 07:03 AM

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve

Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.

In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options, File
Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the Delete
button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association if
you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is currently
set to.

Julian Milano

July 27th 04, 07:04 AM

WinGuy,

But that will delete ALL associations for a particular extention! That's not
what the OP wanted.

Steve,

If you follow the steps for "Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860", it
*will* work. If it doesn't then I would suggest making sure you have all MS
updates installed. Tested on WinXP_Pro SP1.

--

Julian Milano
|
(To reply, remove NOSPAM from the email address)
|

"WinGuy" > wrote in message
m...
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
> > To All:
> >
> > I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
list
> > for various file extensions.
> >
> > The method explained in
> >
> > Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> > How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
> >
> > -----
> >
> > The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> > that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list,
locate
> > the following registry key
> >
> > HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> > Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> > NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> > readability.
> >
> > where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> > you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> > to be removed from the Open With list.
> >
> > -----
> >
> > does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> > for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
> >
> > A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
> >
> > How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> > applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
WinXP?
> >
> > Thank you,
> >
> > Steve
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder Options,
File
> Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and then clicking the
Delete
> button? You can click the Change button to assign a different association
if
> you want to open the filetype with something other than what it is
currently
> set to.
>
>

Steve

July 27th 04, 07:06 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 07:20 AM

On Thu, 15 Jul 2004 22:59:57 -0600, "Steven"
> wrote:

|A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.

Worked on my XPhome. Did u try this?
Saving the Registry daily + keeping 7-10 is a good
idea & allows experimenting.

Just my 2¢ worth
Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Larry(LJL269)

July 27th 04, 07:23 AM

On Fri, 16 Jul 2004 15:48:27 +1000, "Julian Milano"
> wrote:

|Julian : here's 2 follow-up Q's I've posted 2x b4 with NO responses-

1-How do I change the horrendously long name that
appears in OpenWith list for Pex.exe app everywhere it
is used? ( PEX7.Image in OpenWithProgids have anything
to do with it?)

2-Where is OpenWith list 4 FOLDERS?

Your help is MUCH appreciated. Thanks- bye- Larry

2-

Any advise is my attempt to contribute more than I have received but I can only assure you that it works on my PC. GOOD LUCK.

Kelly

July 27th 04, 07:29 AM

Hi Steve,

Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip

Troubleshooting Open With in XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
--
All the Best,
Kelly

Microsoft-MVP Windows® XP
2004 Windows MVP "Winny" Award

Troubleshooting Windows XP
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Taskbar Repair Tool Plus!
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/taskbarplus!.htm

"Steven" > wrote in message
...
> To All:
>
> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With" list
> for various file extensions.
>
> The method explained in
>
> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>
> -----
>
> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are independent of
> that file's registered program(s). To remove items from this list, locate
> the following registry key
>
> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
> readability.
>
> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open With
> list
> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
> program
> to be removed from the Open With list.
>
> -----
>
> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
> successful
> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>
> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>
> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in WinXP?
>
> Thank you,
>
> Steve
>
>
>

Steve

July 27th 04, 07:37 AM

WinGuy wrote:
>
> Interesting, but seemingly unnecessarily convoluted.
>
> In XP set a system restore point, just in case.
> You tried opening Windows Explorer, clicking on Tools, Folder
> Options, File Types, and then highlighting an undesired entry and
> then clicking the Delete button? You can click the Change button to
> assign a different association if you want to open the filetype with
> something other than what it is currently set to.

WizeGuy:

Thank you for your RE but you completely missed my question and provided the
wrong answer!

>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?

I am NOT interested in removing File Types and their associations under
Folder Options.

I am interested in the removing the accumulated applications in the "Open
With" list in the right click menu for certain file types.

Unfortunately the method outlined in the MSKB Article 258860 which I have
used for several years in Win2000 which requires editing

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\Explorer\FileExt
s\.extension\OpenWithList

does not work for WinXP.

Hopefully this is less convoluted for you.

Thank you,

Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 07:59 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 08:06 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 08:10 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 08:43 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:02 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:06 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:25 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:46 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:46 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 09:49 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 10:22 AM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 11:35 AM

Kelly:

Thanks for the RE:

I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of non-MS
apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps, includung some
that are NOT on my PC!

For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files, but
Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With" list.

Thanks again,

Steve

Kelly wrote:
> Hi Steve,
>
> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>
> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>
> "Steven" > wrote in message
> ...
>> To All:
>>
>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>> list for various file extensions.
>>
>> The method explained in
>>
>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>
>> -----
>>
>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>
>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>> readability.
>>
>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>> With list
>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>> program
>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>
>> -----
>>
>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>> successful
>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>
>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>
>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>> WinXP?
>>
>> Thank you,
>>
>> Steve

Steve

July 27th 04, 12:05 PM

Kelly:

I think that the problem may be with using Doug Knox's OpenWithClear
utility.

After reviewing "right click Open With lists", HCR keys, and HCU keys for
several file extentions, in ALL instances, the DEFAULT MS apps that Doug
Knox's OpenWithClear utility does not clear appear in the "right click Open
With lists", but are entirely ABSENT in the HCR keys and HCU keys.

Why I would want to open an HTML file in Notepad or Wordpad when I have an
excellent programming editor with good HTML syntax highlighting is totally
beyond me! I want to get Notepad and Wordpad out of the "right click Open
With lists".

How about is I post a few HCR keys and HCU keys as IN-LINE text?

Thanks,

Steve

Steve wrote:
> Kelly:
>
> Thanks for the RE:
>
> I originally tried Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility and it has a BIG
> problem which he REALLY needs to fix. It does clear out the list of
> non-MS apps in the "Open With" list and then ADDS BACK the MS apps,
> includung some that are NOT on my PC!
>
> For example, I never use Notepad, Wordpad or Word to edit text files,
> but Doug Knox's OpenWithClear utility puts them on the "Open With"
> list.
>
> Thanks again,
>
> Steve
>
> Kelly wrote:
>> Hi Steve,
>>
>> Clear Dynamic "Open With" Lists
>> http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/OpenWithClear.zip
>>
>> Troubleshooting Open With in XP
>> http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm#openwith
>>
>> "Steven" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> To All:
>>>
>>> I would like to remove unnecessary applications from the "Open With"
>>> list for various file extensions.
>>>
>>> The method explained in
>>>
>>> Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 258860
>>> How to Remove Programs from the "Open With" List
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> The programs on the Open With list for each file type are
>>> independent of that file's registered program(s). To remove items
>>> from this list, locate the following registry key
>>>
>>> HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Curre ntVersion\
>>> Explorer\FileExts\.extension\OpenWithList
>>> NOTE: The above registry key is one path, it has been wrapped for
>>> readability.
>>>
>>> where extension is the file extension for the file type whose Open
>>> With list
>>> you want to modify. Delete the value in this key that represents the
>>> program
>>> to be removed from the Open With list.
>>>
>>> -----
>>>
>>> does NOT work on my home PC running WinXP. This method has been
>>> successful
>>> for several years in my work PC's running Win2000.
>>>
>>> A search of the MSKB did not come up with anything for WinXP.
>>>
>>> How do I edit the Registry to remove the accumulated unnecessary
>>> applications in the "Open With" list for various file extensions in
>>> WinXP?
>>>
>>> Thank you,
>>>
>>> Steve