How to Reset Application to Open .xls Files?

[sfringer]

I understand how to use the Settings>Applications>Manage Applications process to clear settings for applications. Unfortunately, I managed to set .xls files to open with the included QuickOffice on my Droid. QuickOffice is not listed in the Manage Applications list. Does anyone know a method to reset this file open binding?

Thanks,
Scott

 

[messenger13]

The easiest way that I have found to reset file associations is to use my favorite app ASTRO File Manager. Navigate to a file and long press on it, tap "open as", then you should be able to reset the file association in one of the next windows that pop up.

 

[sfringer]

Joe;

I had tried that, and all I get from Open As... is text, audio, image, video. None give the option to reset the opening app as I'd like. I appreciate your input.

Thanks,
Scott

 

[messenger13]

I had tried that, and all I get from Open As... is text, audio, image, video. None give the option to reset the opening app as I'd like. I appreciate your input.

Did you try going to the next step? Choose "text" and see if the next window gives you the app option you're looking for. I think it will.

 

[sfringer]

Yep - went that far, and the only option was QuickOffice (amongst the built-in Astro viewer and the HTML ZViewer). I'm looking to get it set to Documents to Go. Reckon I can ping DataViz support for additional ideas.

Thanks,
Scott

 

[messenger13]

You could always uninstall and reinstall DocsToGo.

 

[rich_r]

Try going into Settings -> Applications -> Manage Applications then select Menu -> Filter -> All. QuickOffice should show up.

 

[messenger13]

Try going into Settings -> Applications -> Manage Applications then select Menu -> Filter -> All. QuickOffice should show up.

Thanks! I missed that. I'm sure that'll work for the OP.

 

[vincentp]

Try going into Settings -> Applications -> Manage Applications then select Menu -> Filter -> All. QuickOffice should show up.

That's exactly what the OP needs to do. Show All will show every application, including the stock apps. This is how I used to change the stock "Home" app from being befault if I accidentally set it when I was using a home replacement.