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I think a neat idea to add would be to the option to set default programs during the install, specifically setting defaults for all file types on Windows Photo Viewer and Windows Media Player. If you're looking for that "Windows 7" feel in Windows 8 and you dont change these defaults then every time you open a video or picture you're launched into the app version of these programs and for people not use to Windows 8 they're difficult to navigate or even exit out of. There may be other options to add too, but usually when i'm installing Windows 8 for someone, i usually install Classic Shell and change these options, as well as install Adobe Reader (to prevent the "Viewer" app from being used also).

Anybody think this is a good idea? Doesn't have to be a function of the program really, just the installer.

Microsoft removed the ability to programmatically set default programs starting in Windows 8. Now only the user can manually set defaults via the "Default Programs" Control Panel or Settings app. Installer or app attempts to associate with files are ignored in Windows 8 and above.

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I am a Windows enthusiast and helped a little with Classic Shell's testing and usability/UX feedback.