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Cannot make file association with a microsoft store app
Hello forum
So the problem is that there is no way to set a specific file-app association with a microsoft store app (making a file opening with a certain software) because:
1) When trying to select application through "open with menu -> search in mircosoft store" when it selected it just opens app and nothing happens (as in video)
2) There is no exact install directory and even if you manage to find some hidden .exe file it doesn't work (tried that, as seen in video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QLqGYPUkZw
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Microsoft Store apps (UWP apps) typically register their protocols and file associations via Windows settings and the app's internal registration.
Windows doesn't offer a straightforward way to assign specific file types to Store apps directly via "Open with" or default app settings.
