I click on the links in the email and get a box that says: "this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action" and the link cannot be opened.

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  I'm looking for here (or get) help directed to the right forum regarding an error message I got when trying to open a PDF file.  The error message indicates "this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action.  Please install a program or, if such is already installed, create an association in the default programs control panel. "To be quite honest, I don't have the slightest idea as to what to do with respect to this message and I need some advice ASAP.  I have the latest Adobe Acrobat Reader installed and if I have to contact them instead about my problem, please let me know.

  LeeBee

  Hi Leroy,

  I would like to know some information about the problem so that we can help you better.

  The question is specific to the PDF files?

  Thank you for details on the issue.

  I also know that the inconvenience that you are experiencing because of the problem mentioned. I will definitely help you.

  This problem may occur if the exact program is not associated with the file you are trying to open.

  I suggest you to set default programs and associate a file type with a program properly.

  Please see this link:
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  https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/help/18539/Windows-7-change-default-programs

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  Hi, blixy16.

  First of all, I suggest that ensure you that your computer is virus-free.  You can start with themalicious software removal tool. Additional suggestions are available in the forum topic Microsoft Answers "How to get rid of malware .

  As a result, to determine if the problem you are experiencing is caused by one or more system files that are used by Windows, run the System File Checker tool. The System File Checker tool analyzes the system files and replaces incorrect versions of system files by using the correct versions.

  To run the System File Checker tool, follow these steps:

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  Edit to add this document explaining the difficulty of association file above: corrected my mistake of context Menu Manage computer "this file is not an associated program" in Windows 7/Vista - The Winhelponline Blog

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• an error "file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action" when you click office and recent places.

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  Welcome to the Microsoft Community Forums.

  I see you've found an error "file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action" when you click office and recent places.

  1. Have you made changes on the computer before this problem?
  2. What is the full error message?

  I suggest you to report to us the screenshot of the Advanced window so that we can understand what exactly the situation.
  
  See:
  Use SkyDrive download collected files and post screen shot/image
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  The average while you can try the following steps and check if the error reappears.

  Method 1:

  Step 1:

  Start the computer in safe mode and check the number.

  Some options, including the mode safe mode, start Windows in a limited State, where only the essential is started. If a problem doesn't reappear when you start in safe mode, you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers and services as a possible cause.

  Follow this link provided below to start your computer in safe mode.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/advanced-startup-options-including-safe-mode

  Step 2:

  Put the computer to boot and check if the problem persists.

  To help resolve the error and other messages, you can start Windows 7 by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This type of boot is known as a "clean boot". A clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: After troubleshooting, be sure to set the computer to start as usual as mentioned in step 3 of the KB article provided above.

  Method 2: I also suggest that you scan your computer with the Microsoft Security Scanner, which would help us to get rid of viruses, spyware and other malicious software.

  The Microsoft Security Scanner is a downloadable security tool for free which allows analysis at the application and helps remove viruses, spyware and other malware. It works with your current antivirus software.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

  Note: The Microsoft Safety Scanner ends 10 days after being downloaded. To restart a scan with the latest definitions of anti-malware, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again.

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  It will be useful.

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• Results of the selection of the files or programs of the office or start menu in view this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action.

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  Hi kathyo722,

  Method 1-

  Run the fix article-

  
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  Hello

  1. you are using an email client or Webmail?

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  I have a few questions about your concerns:

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  in the file association set that use to open an inbow file?

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