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RCDefaultApp
RCDefaultApp 2.1
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RCDefaultApp is a Mac OS X 10.2 or later preference pane that allows a user to set the default application used for various URL schemes, file extensions, file types, MIME types, and Uniform Type Identifiers (or UTIs; MacOS 10.4 only). MacOS X uses the extension and file type settings to choose the application when opening a file in Finder, while Safari and other applications use the URL and MIME type settings at other times for content not related to a file (such as an unknown URL protocol, or a media stream).

RCDefaultApp also allows setting the application when digital
What's New
Version 2.1:
  • Added ability to ignore creator codes for extensions (MacOS X 10.4 and above).
  • Added IM selection (i.e. aim:// protocol) to the Internet pane.
  • Added Blank/Video BD (Blu-ray) and DVD Device to the Media pane on MacOS x 10.5 (Leopard and above).
  • Added Spanish localization.
  • Only show one version of an application on 10.4 and above, per system limitation.
  • Fixed bug with the File Types tab on Intel machines.
  • Improved discovery of existing settings.
  • Built with a 64-bit Intel binary to work with the Snow Leopard System Preferences.
  • Fixed a couple of other minor bugs.
Version 2.1:
  • Added ability to ignore creator codes for extensions (MacOS X 10.4 and above).
  • Added IM selection (i.e. aim:// protocol) to the Internet pane.
  • Added Blank/Video BD (Blu-ray) and DVD Device to the Media pane on MacOS x 10.5 (Leopard and above).
  • Added Spanish localization.
  • Only show one version of an application on 10.4 and above, per system limitation.
  • Fixed bug with more...
Requirements
PPC / Intel, Mac OS X 10.2 or later.



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    Shareware $12.00
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    Demo $4.95
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  • Magic Launch
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    Shareware $19.95
    File launching preference pane.
RCDefaultApp User Discussion (Write a Review)
ver. 2.x:
(12)
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Livinglife reviewed on 23 Feb 2012
Excellent app! The only way I know to change URLs like “tel”.
[Version 2.1]


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+1

+1

Jam Master Gee reviewed on 28 Aug 2011
Just downloaded and installed to get control over which program was opening .flv files. Mission accomplished. Provides great control over what applications open what files. Easy interface. Good work.
[Version 2.1]


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+2

+41
Mutant tipped on 09 Feb 2010
The most recent version of Boxee took over the associated app for .mkv files. RCD was the best way to fix that noise. :)

Great app, very useful.
[Version 2.1]

1 Reply

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+2

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xXAkumuXx replied on 30 Mar 2011
Another easy way to fix that is to highlight a .mkv file (or any file type you wish)... press 'command + i' (or right-click the file and select 'Get Info' from the drop down menu), go to the 'Open with:' option, select the application of your choice, then press the 'Change All...' button. Now all .mkv files will open with the app of your choice from now on. So... like this ->

http://i56.tinypic.com/2j463pd.png
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+3

+227

SweetP-Productions reviewed on 27 Nov 2009
Great App!

Transmission has recently added Magnet link support into the latest nightlies, and there is no way(that I know of) to change the default app (from Vuze to Transmission).

this app makes it super easy!
[Version 2.1]


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+1

+721

Espiridion reviewed on 20 Sep 2009
I recently had some issues with the default application for segmented files. I remembered RCDefaultApp and installed the older 2.0.1 and my problem was solved.
It's great to see this update. Thanks!
[Version 2.1]


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-11

+228
St00pid-M0nk3y commented on 13 Jun 2009
OS X now does this by default via the Command + I info window and Change All function.
[Version 2.0.1]

4 Replies

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+6

+42
John Sawyer CJS replied on 17 Jun 2009
Come on. RCDefaultApp does a lot more than that.
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+1

+272
Easer replied on 20 Sep 2009
I've also found that, despite trying to set these preferences using Apple's Finder, sometimes apps still open in other programs (e.g., MW Word seems to love to take over). But with RCD, my choices stay steady.

Oh, and thanks for the update!
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-3

+228
St00pid-M0nk3y replied on 17 Feb 2010
I know it does a lot more and I still use the program every day. I just didn't realize the option was there... lol. Was a new discovery to me. I wish they'd support the app though. = Hasn't been updated in an eternity.
burypromote
+1

+272
Easer replied on 17 Feb 2010
See my post below. I've found the Finder to be inconsistent in this regard. That's why I eventually opted to use RCDefaultApp.
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Splunk23 commented on 19 Oct 2007
anybody figure out how to get nntp urls to map to google groups in the default web browser?
[Version 2.0.1]


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-1

+17
bob_tm commented on 31 Jan 2007
Hmmm.... in theory this would be a nice app. Changing default app in Finder for MP3s changes this for almost all MP3 files, but some files are still given the iTunes icon and starts iTunes when clicked. Unfortunately, this application crashed with no error after selecting VLC as default app for MP3.
[Version 2.0.1]


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+1

+17

JackWeb reviewed on 24 Jan 2007
WOW! This is exactly what I was looking for!
Ever since switching from windows, I missed having the preference of seeing the list of filetypes and the programs they open with.

Finally no more having to find each type of file and doing the whole command+i thing =)
[Version 2.0.1]


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Alex Kadis reviewed on 21 Jan 2007
Works great, does exactly as advertised and you can't beat the price!
[Version 2.0.1]


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+4

Doca Cola rated on 22 Nov 2011

[Version 2.1]



+3

Kana01 rated on 28 Jul 2011

[Version 2.1]


Downloads:38,919
Version Downloads:11,372
Type:Utilities : System
License:Free
Date:20 Sep 2009
Platform:PPC / Intel
Price:Free0.00
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RCDefaultApp is a Mac OS X 10.2 or later preference pane that allows a user to set the default application used for various URL schemes, file extensions, file types, MIME types, and Uniform Type Identifiers (or UTIs; MacOS 10.4 only). MacOS X uses the extension and file type settings to choose the application when opening a file in Finder, while Safari and other applications use the URL and MIME type settings at other times for content not related to a file (such as an unknown URL protocol, or a media stream).

RCDefaultApp also allows setting the application when digital cameras or FireWire webcams such as iSight are connected to the computer.
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