Example usage for assoc.
assoc .txtView or change the file-type association for a filename extension.
assoc [<.[ext]>[=[<filetype>]]]The linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Example usage for assoc.
assoc .txt| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
.<extension> | Select a file extension to query or assign. |
=<fileType> | Set the file type associated with the extension. |
<.ext> | Microsoft documents this argument or subcommand; check the linked reference for its required format and context. |
/? | Display command help or the supported command-line usage. |
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