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DESCRIPTION
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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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.
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.2 or later.

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Developer:Rubicode
Downloads:32,043
  - Version d/l:4,505
Utilities:System
License:Free
Date:20 Sep 2009
Platform:PPC/Intel
RATING
*****

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RCDefaultApp User Reviews (34 posts)Write A Review
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Feb 9 2010

MUTANT  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)

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Nov 27 2009
*****

BOLLYWOOD  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
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Sep 20 2009
*****

ESPIRIDION  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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Jun 13 2009

ST00P!D M0NK3Y  OS X now does this by default via the Command + I info window and Change All function.  
(Version 2.0.1)

praisebury
-10
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Jun 17 2009

JOHN SAWYER CJS  Come on. RCDefaultApp does a lot more than that.  
(Version 2.0.1)

praisebury
+6
Sep 20 2009

EASER  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!  
(Version 2.1)

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0
Feb 17 2010

ST00P!D M0NK3Y  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.  
(Version 2.1)

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0
Feb 17 2010

EASER  See my post below. I've found the Finder to be inconsistent in this regard. That's why I eventually opted to use RCDefaultApp.  
(Version 2.1)

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0

Oct 19 2007

SPLUNK23  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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Jan 31 2007

BOB_TM  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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Jan 24 2007
*****

JACKWEB  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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Jan 21 2007
*****

ALEX KADIS  Works great, does exactly as advertised and you can't beat the price!  
(Version 2.0.1)

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Jan 9 2007

CINTRA  I was going mad with iTunes opening every mp3 file I converted, and not being able to find where this action could be changed.

Then I came across a post in discussions advising use of RCDefaultapp..

This is a 'must have' for those who want a bit more control.  
(Version 2.0.1)

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Nov 28 2006
*****

YULETIDE  Beautiful! Does just what it says, and gracefully... and its free!!!  
(Version 2.0.1)

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