Better Open With

With so many cool Android apps, Better Open With saves you the hassle of having to choose only one default app handler when you click a filetype, and without having to choose between "only once" and "always"!

Created to mimic Android's default "Complete action using" dialog, Better Open With shows you a visually similar popup screen when you choose to open a link, an image, a PDF or any other filetype - listing all possible app handlers as you normally see.


What's different is that you only see the popup dialogue for a few seconds (5 seconds by default, but customizable), allowing you to choose an app handler if you want, after which it will automagically open it with your preferred app!


Unlike other similar apps, you just wait for your preferred app handler to launch (no clicks necessary), or choose a different app in the meantime. Just set Better Open With as your default handler for the filetypes you want, and let it work for you!


Personalize how you want to view the Better Open With popup screen!

• Choose between grid and list view

• Set text size, show only icon (no text) and other options

• Light and Dark themes available

• more options to follow!

Better Open With is handy if:

• you switch between browsers, but usually have one preferred app;

• you prefer using one app to view your PDFs, photos and other files, but sometimes use another app to edit them;

• you usually want video links to open with a player, but sometimes you want to open them with an app that lets you download the file, and maybe yet another that will Chromecast it;


Better Open With is completely free, and no ads! No permissions requested!


It started off as a little side project, inspired by a reddit post by reddit's oroboros74 at http://www.reddit.com/comments/24okaq/what_apps_would_you_like_to_have_that_dont_exist/ch96jid. Since we think others might enjoy it, we're making it available to everyone!


Future releases will include:

• support for more filetypes!

• sort apps in list (alphabetical-default, manual, chronological)

• create "sessions", allowing to choose a different, temporary preferred app (for next X clicks, next X minutes)

• translations (translators wanted!)

• suggestions from you, the user!


Email the developer at [email protected] if you have any question, suggestion or want to contribute.

Suggest new features or vote for existing suggestions at https://betteropenwith.uservoice.com/

Overview

Better Open With is a productivity tool that streamlines the process of opening files and launching applications on your computer. It integrates seamlessly with your existing workflow, allowing you to quickly and easily associate specific file types with the preferred applications to open them.

Key Features

* Automatic File Type Association: Automatically associates file types with their corresponding applications based on predefined rules or user-defined preferences.

* Customizable Rules: Users can create custom rules to define which applications open specific file types. This ensures that files are always opened in the desired application.

* File Type Management: Allows users to manage file types and their associations, making it easy to add, remove, or modify existing associations.

* Context Menu Integration: Integrates with the Windows context menu, providing quick access to the most frequently used applications for opening files.

* Support for Multiple Applications: Supports opening files with multiple applications, allowing users to choose the most suitable application for the task at hand.

* File Preview: Provides a preview of files before opening them, helping users to quickly identify the correct file or application to use.

* Command-Line Support: Offers command-line options for advanced users to automate file opening tasks and integrate Better Open With into scripts.

Benefits

* Improved Workflow Efficiency: Saves time by eliminating the need to manually search for and open applications for specific file types.

* Enhanced File Management: Provides a centralized location for managing file type associations, making it easier to keep them organized and up-to-date.

* Increased Productivity: Reduces the cognitive load associated with opening files, allowing users to focus on more important tasks.

* Simplified Application Launching: Integrates with the Windows context menu, providing a quick and convenient way to launch applications.

* Customization Options: Allows users to tailor the application to their specific needs by creating custom rules and configuring preferences.

Conclusion

Better Open With is an essential tool for anyone looking to improve their productivity and streamline their file management. Its intuitive interface, customizable rules, and seamless integration make it a valuable addition to any Windows computer. By automating file opening tasks and providing quick access to applications, Better Open With empowers users to work more efficiently and effectively.