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29-Oct-2007, 12:00 AM #1
.gadget file association in Vista x64
Hi,

In an attempt to add WinRAR context menu items to .gadget files (to make
extracting gadgets easier) I messed up the default association. I am not able
to install any new gadgets now. The default action for .gadget files is not to "Open With..." which I can then choose sidebar.exe, but all that does is bring the sidebar into focus. It also does not change the default action, which reamains "Open With...". I get the same results with the Default Programs applet in the control panel.

Could someone help by doing either of the
following:

Exporting the file association from their registry and paste it in a reply, or

Do the above +plus+ add in what would be needed to include the WinRAR
context menu items. Obviously, this one would be preffered, but either would
be a GREAT help!

Thanks in advance,
Ron

Vista Ultimate x64
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29-Oct-2007, 12:08 AM #2
The attached is from 32-bit Vista Ultimate. It should be the same.
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29-Oct-2007, 12:14 AM #3
Thank you very much Elvandil! Worked like a charm and has the WinRAR context menus too!

Thanks again!
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29-Oct-2007, 12:54 AM #4
No problem.

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12-Jun-2008, 04:11 AM #5
I've tried this and its still not working any other suggestions?
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