Hello to all...
I am having problems with icon file types (.ico) and I am looking for a bit of help.
This is what I would like to do:
1.) Have .ico files display in a program called Icon Catcher and have it set as default so that "Scan with Icon Catcher..." appears at the top of the context menu in bold letters when I right-click on a .ico file.
2.) Have .ico files open up in Paint.net when I am trying to edit them. Currently, .ico files open up in Windows Paint and I cannot stand using that crappy program - especially after being spoiled with the genius of Paint.net for so long! (LOL)
3.) As described above, I have the same problem with GIF files opening up in Windows Paint in order to edit them. To display GIF files, I use the Windows Picture and Fax Viewer.
I use the same setup with other image file types, such as for PNG, JPEG and BMP - I edit using Paint.net and when I need to display them, I use the Windows Picture and Fax Viewer. Easy enough, right?
I am stuck - is this a registry change? What gives?
I have tried making changes in the Control Panel / Folder Options / File Types Tab with each file type (.ico and GIF) matching it up like the others but I cannot seem to get anything to work correct.
Anyone have any suggestions? I am using XP Home SP3
Thanks,
poolsharkzz