how to associate file types with applications

[Colin Law]

On 28 March 2013 21:08, John R. Sowden <jsowden at americansentry.net> wrote:
> When I try to open a Libreoffice text file, I am given the leafpad option.
> I cannot find where to change the applications associated with files types.
> There is a 'settings manager' application to set the default browser, email,
> file manager and terminal emulator, but no others.

Right click on a file of the type you want to setup and select
Properties > Open With, choose the application you want and click Set
as Default.

Cheers

Colin

>
> I have asked before, a local (meaning on my computer) help system would be
> 'help' ful.
>
> Help?
>
> John
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