File Association Helper: What is it, How to Remove on Windows OS

File Association Helper is a potentially unwanted program that can cause issues on Windows operating systems. In this article, I will explain what File Association Helper is and how to remove it from your computer.

Uninstalling from Windows

To uninstall File Association Helper on Windows OS, you can follow these steps:

– Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
– Type “control” and press Enter to open the Control Panel.
– Click on “Uninstall a program” under the Programs section.
– Locate “File Association Helper” in the list of installed programs.
– Right-click on it and select “Uninstall” from the context menu.
– Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

If you encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, you can use CCleaner or the Task Manager to force the program to close before trying to uninstall it again.

After removing File Association Helper, be sure to check your system for any leftover files or registry entries to ensure a clean uninstallation. You can also use a third-party uninstaller tool for a more thorough removal process.

Cleaning the Registry

• Backup your registry before making any changes
• Open the Registry Editor by typing “regedit” in the Windows search bar
• Navigate to the key associated with the file association helper
• Delete the relevant keys or values in the registry
• Restart your computer to apply the changes
• Check if the file association helper has been successfully removed

Deleting Hidden and Temporary Files

To delete hidden and temporary files on a Windows OS, you can use the built-in Disk Cleanup tool. Simply search for “Disk Cleanup” in the Windows search bar and open the program. Select the drive you want to clean up, then click on “Clean up system files.” Check the boxes for “Temporary files” and any other categories you want to remove, then click “OK” to delete the files.

Another way to delete hidden and temporary files is by using the Run command. Press Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box, then type “%temp%” and press Enter. This will open the Temp folder where you can delete all the files inside.

You can also use the Command Prompt to delete hidden and temporary files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator, then type “del /s /q C:\Windows\Temp\*.*” and press Enter. This will delete all files in the Temp folder.

Deleting hidden and temporary files can help free up disk space and improve system performance. Make sure to regularly clean up these files to keep your computer running smoothly.

Disabling Through Custom Installation or Command Line

To disable File Association Helper through custom installation or command line on Windows OS, you can start by accessing the Control Panel. From there, navigate to the “Programs” section and click on “Uninstall a program.”

Look for File Association Helper in the list of installed programs and select it. Then, click on the option to uninstall or remove the program. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

If you prefer using the command line, you can open the Command Prompt with administrative privileges. Type “wmic” to access the Windows Management Instrumentation Command-line. Then, enter “product get name” to list all installed programs.

Locate File Association Helper in the list and note down its product name. To uninstall the program via command line, type “product where name=’File Association Helper’ call uninstall” and press Enter.

After executing the command, File Association Helper should be removed from your system.

FAQ

Is File Association Helper necessary?

File Association Helper is not necessary for running on Windows 10.

How do I change file associations?

To change file associations, you can open Default Programs, select “Associate a file type or protocol with a program,” choose the file type you want to change, and then click “Change program.”

What is the file association?

The file association is a connection between a specific class of files and the corresponding application that can open or edit those files.

How do I remove DAT file association from Windows 10?

To remove DAT file association from Windows 10, you can access the registry editor by typing “regedit” in the search bar. Then navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER > SOFTWARE > Microsoft > Windows > CurrentVersion > Explorer > FileExts. Locate the .dat file extension in the list, expand it, and delete its folders.