I'm looking to implement a routine that runs PS-SFTA when I log in to my Windows 10/11 computer, and I'd also like to create a shortcut on my desktop for easy access. Specifically, I want to change the default PDF viewer to Adobe Acrobat Pro 10 and set IRFANVIEW as the default viewer for JPG, BMP, PNG, and other image formats. While I can make a CMD file to execute from a shortcut, I'm unsure how to call PS-SFTA with the necessary parameters for these associations. I haven't found any examples online that specifically address these changes.
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To change those file associations, you typically need to adjust some registry settings. You can configure your system correctly and then use the command line to call the specific files as parameters. If you plan to use PS-SFTA, look for examples in its documentation to see how it manages these associations.
Definitely possible! I usually deploy Adobe Reader file type associations (FTAs) via Group Policy Objects (GPOs). It sounds like you might have a mix of user and computer setups in mind. Check out the usage section in the PS-SFTA README file on GitHub for guidance. Also, just a heads up, PS-SFTA works with user FTAs, modifying the UserChoice Hash, which takes precedence over computer settings.
If you're struggling with PowerShell commands, try starting simple. You can set a logon script that runs PS-SFTA with your required parameters to reset your defaults without needing a reboot. Plus, it sounds like you've got a solid collection of apps you want to maintain as your defaults, so scripting that out might save you time in the long run. Don't hesitate to ask if you need help with specific commands!
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