How can I remove a file association? - I need it to be neutral again

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How can I remove a file association? - I need it to be neutral again

I was trying to run a vbs file in Adobe Indesign (yes, it's an old process) but I needed to edit the path in the script so I opened it with TextEdit and foolishly ticked the box to open all such file types with TextEdit. Now all vbs files are designated as TextEdit files and Indesign doesn't recognise it as a script file.

What are my options? I've searched for answers and really what I want is to remove the default file association and make it neutral again. Though it doesn't seem possible.

Any help?

Thanks!

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Jan 28, 2022 10:43 AM

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John Galt

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Jan 28, 2022 11:01 AM in response to elainemcp

It out to be as simple as selecting that file, Get Info, then selecting the appropriate Open with: choice. Choose "Other..." if none of the dropdown menu selections apply.

Rather than double-clicking the script can you open it from Adobe Indesign's File menu? From what you describe though, it seems as though you tried that and Adobe refuses to recognize it as a valid script file. Perhaps Adobe requires a correct file name "extension" in its name, so inspect / correct that using Get Info.

I'm speculating though. You might need to ask on an Adobe user support site.

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elainemcp Author

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Jan 28, 2022 11:38 AM in response to John Galt

Thanks John, indeed after posting this I realised that I just needed to change the extension to .scrpt so that Adobe recognised it as a script. It’s often such a simple answer after wasted hours searching! (for a novice like me). I appreciate your speedy help :)

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John Galt

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Jan 28, 2022 11:43 AM in response to elainemcp

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File names and "extensions" should not be any indication of a file's content or format, but Adobe has always had a better idea.

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How can I remove a file association? - I need it to be neutral again

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