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Are you tired of constantly having to manually open your media files with Quicktime Player every time you want to watch a video or listen to music? Well, you’re in luck because today, I’m going to show you a step-by-step guide on how to make Quicktime Player your default media player.
Step 1: Open Quicktime Player
The first step is to open Quicktime Player on your Mac. You can find Quicktime Player in your Applications folder or by searching for it in Spotlight.
Step 2: Go to Preferences
Once Quicktime Player is open, click on the Quicktime Player menu in the top left corner of your screen and select “Preferences” from the drop-down menu.
Step 3: Set Quicktime Player as Default
In the Preferences window, click on the “General” tab. Here, you will see an option that says “Use Quicktime Player for:” with a dropdown menu. Select the file types you want Quicktime Player to open by default, such as MOV, MP4, or M4A.
Step 4: Close Preferences
After selecting the file types, click on the red “X” in the top left corner of the Preferences window to close it. Your changes will be automatically saved.
Step 5: Test it Out
To make sure Quicktime Player is now your default media player, double-click on a media file that you selected in the preferences. Quicktime Player should automatically open and play the file without you having to do anything.
Step 6: Enjoy Your New Default Media Player
Congratulations! You have successfully made Quicktime Player your default media player. Now you can enjoy seamless playback of all your favorite media files without any hassle.
In conclusion, setting Quicktime Player as your default media player is a simple process that can save you time and frustration. By following these easy steps, you can ensure that Quicktime Player is always ready to play your media files whenever you need it.
Sources:
– https://support.apple.com/guide/quicktime-player/change-quicktime-player-preferences-qtp97e7db8a6/mac.