Set default apps in Android
If you havent yet specified a standard app for a file type in Android, you will automatically be asked for one the first time you open it. Under Android 12, this works as described below; the steps may be slightly different for newer or older versions of the operating system.
- Open (for example in a file manager) a file that is not yet associated with a default app. A selection window opens at the bottom of the screen with suitable apps installed on your device.
- Tap the app you want to use as your default app. If you want to set this permanently, select the Always option.
- If you are still unsure, select Only this time instead. You will then be asked again the next time you access this file type.
Alternative: Set default apps in the settings
If you would prefer to specify the default apps directly in your devices settings, this is possible at least for some actions:
- Open Settings on your smartphone or tablet.
- Select the menu item Apps .
- Tap Select default apps/Default apps .
- You will now see a list of your default apps, for example for the digital assistant, your browser or the start app. Tap the entry you want to change. Then select a new default app.
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