How to Download Windows Photo Viewer

If you're looking for a reliable and efficient photo viewer, you're in the right place! In this article, we'll show you how to download and enable Windows Photo Viewer in your system.

Firstly, if you're interested in learning more about desktop gadgets in Windows 11, our guide on 'How to Get Desktop Gadgets in Windows 11' might also interest you. However, for now, let's focus on getting the Windows Photo Viewer up and running.

If you're using Windows 10, you can easily open the photo viewer by searching for it in your start menu. But if you're looking for a faster and more intuitive alternative, we highly recommend trying out ImageGlass. As an excellent replacement to the classic Windows Photo Viewer, ImageGlass offers seamless performance and regular updates.

To enable the Windows Photo Viewer, follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Download the Windows Photo Viewer from a trusted source or use the built-in program in your system.

Step 2: Go to the Apps > Default apps page and search for 'Windows Photo Viewer.' From here, you can set it as the default app for opening image files.

Alternatively, right-click on an image file, click Open with, choose another app, select Windows Photo Viewer, and check the box that says 'Always use this app to open this file type.'

Step 3: Repeat the process for all image file types you want to set Windows Photo Viewer as default. For example, search for a PNG file, click on it, and then select Windows Photo Viewer from the list.

Step 4: If prompted, click Run to proceed with the installation.

Step 5: Double-click on the extracted PhotoViewer.reg file to complete the installation process.

That's it! You have now successfully enabled the Windows Photo Viewer in your system. From now on, you can right-click on a picture file, click Open with, and select Windows Photo Viewer from the list to open your selected image files with ease.

So why wait? Download ImageGlass today and experience the best photo viewing experience for yourself!

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