The error message reads, ms-settings:display – This File does not have a Program Associated with it for performing this action.

What causes ms-settings:display app association error?

If you encounter the no app associated display settings error on Windows 10, it could be due to:

Corrupted system files – System file corruption is one of the most common reasons you may encounter display settings errors. UWP apps crashed or did not start properly – Chances are that the Windows apps crash unexpectedly or stop working due to a glitch. Virus or malware infection – If your PC is attacked by a virus or infected by malware. The user profile is corrupted – It could be possible that your current user profile is corrupted and needs to be fixed or changed. A glitch with the .NET framework – Sometimes, you may experience the no app associated error when trying to open display settings due to a damaged .NET framework.

How do I fix this file that does not have an app associated with it?

Before you proceed with the main troubleshooting methods below, try the preliminary checks to fix the display settings with no app-associated issue on your Windows 10 PC:

Restart your device Open the file with File Explorer Download the latest Windows update Run a virus scan Open the file with a different app

But, if you still see the no app associated message for display settings on your Windows 10 PC, you can try the below troubleshooting methods for a fix.

1. Reset default apps

Once all the default apps are successfully reset, restart your PC and check if you can now access the Display Settings or the Personalize option.

2. Re-register the UWP apps

Now, close the PowerShell window, restart your PC and check if you can open the Display settings on your Windows 10 PC.

3. Add the user account to your Administrator account

Now, log off and log in with the user id you just made the administrator, and you should not face any issues while trying to open Display Settings like the no app associated error on Windows 10. SPONSORED

4. Run the Windows File and Folder Troubleshooter

Once done, close the troubleshooter, restart your PC, and you should now be able to open Display Settings on your Windows 10 PC without the no-app associated error.

5. Reset the Windows Store cache

Close the Store window, and check if you can now access the Display Settings or Personalization to make the changes. If the above methods fail to work, you can repair and restore the corrupted system files using the SFC and DISM tools. Alternatively, you can repair the Microsoft .NET Framework using the dedicated tool and fix any possible corrupted installations of the .NET framework. But, if none of the above works, you can perform a system restore using a restore point, try an in-place upgrade, or create a new user profile to fix the error possibly. If you have any other queries related to errors associated with Windows 10, you can let us know in the comments section below.

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