Programs will not open; says 'no program associated with it for performing this action, create association in folder options'. Affecting all my programs.
I got rid of a virus, but it seems to have struck my registry. None of my programs opens. When I click on them, I just get a tip line that says no file association. I tried the system restore and it goes through the process of restoration, but then the same message appears, no program association. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you!
I got rid of a virus, but it seems to have struck my registry. None of my programs opens. When I click on them, I just get a tip line that says no file association. I tried the system restore and it goes through the process of restoration, but then the same message appears, no program association. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you!
Firstly, if your computer has been infected by malware, you removed and then use the system restore, chances are good, that the malware was placed on your computer.
Press CTRL-ALT-DEL and open Task Manager. Once there, click file, and then hold down the CTRL key and click New task (run). This will open a command prompt window. On the command line type assoc.exe = exefile > press ENTER. You should receive a prompt action succeeded.
Your shortcuts may have been separated as well. On the command line type assoc.lnk = lnkfile > press ENTER.
Click on the link below, download, update and perform a full scan with Malwarebytes.
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I don't know what that means. He started to do so after we have some malicious and unwanted software on our computer. I thought it was because of the problems, but it didn't disappear after the computer has been fixed. Can I run programs as an administrator. But how do I get it back, just double click and the program opens as usual?
Hi Justalilkink,
See also the post made by SpiritX on January 24, 2010 17:32 in the link http://social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/en/vistafiles/thread/086ab3bb-d764-4fb1-a6f3-205bff708e63
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everytime I open a program that this message arrives I want help please remove or fix the problem if possible
Hello
When you double-click a. EXE file, the program may not start, instead, it can open in Notepad
(view the contents of .exe), or you can jump into any other application.
http://WindowsXP.MVPs.org/exeasso.htmRestore the .exe Windows Vista file association, after badly with another application
http://www.Winhelponline.com/articles/165/1/restore-the-exe-file-association-in-Windows-Vista-after-incorrectly-associating-it-with-another-application.htmlIf necessary:
How to set default Associations for a program under Vista
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/83196-default-programs-program-default-associations.htmlHow to associate a file Type of Extension to a program under Vista
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http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/233243-default-file-type-associations-restore.html
How to view and change an Extension of filename on Vista
http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/103171-file-name-extension.htmlI hope this helps.
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I can't open my c or d ' training or any other when I click it
Hello
· Remember to make changes to the system?
This happens because autorun.vbs is created by a virus or Trojan horse. The virus normally loads the file autorun.inf in the root of the folder all the hard drive or USB key and then run the autorun.bat file which contains script to apply and merge autorun.reg into the registry, with possible change in the following registry key to ensure that the virus is loaded at system startup:
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon]
USERINIT = Userinit.exe, autorun.exe
Finally, autorun.bat will call wscript.exe to run autorun.vbs.
When the antivirus software or security detected the file autorun.vbs as infected, the file will be deleted or deleted or quarantined.
I suggest you follow the steps mentioned below and check if the problem is resolved.
Method 1:
I suggest running the fix which is present in the article below and check if the problem is resolved.
When you run an .exe on a Windows Vista-based or Windows 7 computer file, the file may start another program
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950505
If it does not help follow method 2
Method 2:
a. run the Task Manager (Ctrl-Alt-Del or right click on the taskbar)
b. stop wscript.exe process if available by selecting the name of the process, and then click on end process.
c. then terminate explorer.exe process.
d. in the Task Manager, click on file-> new task (run?).
e. type cmd in the box text open, and then click OK.
f. type the following command one by one, and then press the Enter key:
g. del c:\autorun.*/f/s/q/a
h. del d:\autorun.*/f/s/q/a
i. del e:\autorun.*/f/s/q/a
Where c, d, e each representative the drive letters on Windows System. If there are several disks or partitions available, continue to command by changing on the other drive letter. Note that you must also clean files autorun from USB flash drive or an external portable hard drive as the hard drive may also be infected.
If this does not help, follow the method 3.
Method 3:
a. click on start and click on run
b. type regsvr32 /i shell32.dll
c. Press ok
d. you will see a message DllRegisterServer and DllInstall in the successful shell32.dll file
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If I try and open an email with an attachment I get an error message: this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. create an association in the folders option control panel. Once there, I don't know where to go
What is the attachment file extension? If you know what program should open with, just do the following.1. download and save the attachment to the office.
2. right click on the saved file.
3. Select: Open with on the shortcut menu.
4. click on: choose [default] program.
5. Select: The appropriate program.
6. check: always use the selected program to open this type of file.
7. click on OK.This should allow you to open these attachments directly from email address now. -
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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.
Suggestions;
1. make sure that your e-mail program is your default program.
2. make sure that your Internet Explorer, or your main browser has all its faults.
You can do both of the above by following these steps...
Start button > right column, click default programs > click Set Your Default programs...
1. click on your e-mail program > it doesn't say "this program has all its defaults"?
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Cannot open any desktop shortcut, get this message: this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the folder option control panel > can't open anything in the control panel. And when you try to download patches get message saying "microsoft cannot find the file. Tried to copy the 'rundll32.exe' file in system32 but does not work, can not even open the clock! Help, please.
http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Office/default.aspx
Office at the above link forums
XP forums:
http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/category/WindowsXP
Link above is for XP Forums.
There is a list of the different Forums XP to the link above to help you.
You get the help you need there.
Here is the Vista Forums.
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When I try to run a program (Internet Explorer, Firefox, CCleaner, etc..) I get the same message: "this file has no program associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the control panel to define the Associations. "
I can't find the "Set Associations control panel" and am not sure that he would go if I could find it, and if it work I do not know I know what to do. Help!
Should I re - publish so that else soeone looks like?
If you wish.
Make sure you add a line right at the beginning: you are reposting because we could not have solved other fold it.Alternatively, you wait for the next person coming.
The choice is yours, although generally you would be advised to stay put and wait. For the benefits of others looking for answers, please mark as answer suggestion if it solves your problem.
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Play movie DVDs didn't say program associated with it for performing this action.
will not play the DVD movie not say program that associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the control panel of binding together.
won't play DVD movie
Hello
- Thoes of DVD work were good before?
- What were the changes made before the problem occurred?
A default program is the program used by Windows when you open a particular type of file, such as a music file, an image, or a Web page.
Check out this link. http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-which-programs-Windows-uses-by-default
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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.
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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:
Change programs that Windows 7 uses by default
https://support.Microsoft.com/en-us/help/18539/Windows-7-change-default-programsI hope this information helps.
Please let us know if you need more help.
Thank you
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Office & recent locations & grterror msg:This file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. Please install a program or, if it is already installed. create an asssociationin the default programs control panel.Information given in the new thread:Error Msg When you try open office spaces & recent since the win Explorerwhen im in windows Explorer and click on the desktop or the recent places the link I get a msg of error and they will not open, but all others open. I posted pictures of error msg to skydrive yesterday.Hello
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.
- Have you made changes on the computer before this problem?
- 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
http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/w7itproui/thread/4fc10639-02dB-4665-993a-08d865088d65The 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/929135Note: 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.
Important: During the scan of the hard drive if bad sectors are found, the scanner tries to repair this sector, all available on which data may be lost.
It will be useful.
Back with the details so that we can help you further. We also indicate the result of the suggested steps.
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Original title: this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action... etc.
cannot open attachments to emails or some document files, like the downloaded videos or greeting cards. I tried the exe file. thing and it is already in my folder of files. Need a fix. Had this problem 2 months ago and that's where the exe. has been applied. Has worked since then until today.
Hello
1. what changes have been made to your computer before the problem?
I suggest that you follow these steps and check to see if they help.
Step 1:
If the problem occurred recently, perform the System Restore to the point that your computer was working normally.
Step 2:
Test the issue in a new user account and check if the problem persists.
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When I try to open the control panel a stats of dialog "this file has no program associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the creation of an association in set Association Control Panel. "How to do that when I can't the mother lode, the program control panel? Thus the program Windows Fix It; t fix it.
Hi ChuckCase,
1. don't you make changes to the computer before the issue occur?
2. what program of fixit of windows are you running?
3. what happens when you try to open Control Panel?
4. do you get an error message?Method 1
I suggest you try the steps from the following link:Icons do not appear in the Control Panel, or you cannot start Control Panel, the Welcome Center, or games in Windows Vista
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/936686/en-usMethod 2
I suggest you to scan SFC.How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833 -
Original title: associate together
Hi all
Whenever I click on an icon, it comes up with an error message saying "this file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. Create an associatiob in the control panel of binding together"Corsica, I had a quick glance in the control panel and there is no. Can someone please?
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:
- Click Start and type cmd in the box start the search.
- Right click on cmd in the list programs, and then click Run as administrator.
- If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type your password or click on continue
- At the command prompt, type the following line and press ENTER:
sfc/scannow (note the space before the backslash) - When the analysis is complete, test to see if the problem you are experiencing is resolved.
If you still have problems, fixes for Windows Vista file association of Microsoft MVP Ramesh Srinivasan can be useful.
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
Corrine, Microsoft MVP (consumer security). This announcement is in my opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or the opinion of Microsoft, its employees or other MVPS and is provided without warranty and not an entitlement.
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I get the forllowing error whenever I try to open anything and cannot access the folders...
This file does not have a program associated with it for performing this action. Create association in set Association contorl Panel.
Hello
Method 1:
You can follow these steps and check if it helps:
a. open default programs by clicking the Start button, type programs by default and then clicking default programs.
b. click on associate a type of file or Protocol with a program.
This opens the list of extensions. Click on one of the extensions.
c. to change the default program for the particular extension, click on the button to change program.
d. Select the program you want to open with, and then click Ok.Alternatively, you can check the link for change that uses default Windows programs
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-which-programs-Windows-uses-by-defaultMethod 2:
You may scan Run System File Checker (SFC) to correct all of the corrupted system files. To do this, follow the steps mentioned in the link:
How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7
http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833
Method 3:
You can check the question in the new user account.
For more information, visit the below mentioned link:http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/create-a-user-account
If the problem is resolved in the new user account, you may have corrupted profile.
Here is the link for troubleshooting a corrupted profile, you can follow the steps mentioned in the link.
http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/fix-a-corrupted-user-profile
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