Double clicking on .ppt files does not launch the presentation, only a blank ppt

[sandy]

When trying to activate a ppt from windows explorer by
dble clicking the file powerpoint launches, but as a blank
presentation. To open the required ppt I then have to
go "file", "open", and navigate to the required ppt file
through the task bar in the program

 

[Sonia]

I would first check the files association for .PPT. Open Windows Explorer,
go to Tools > Folder Options > File Types and locate .PPT and select it.
Click on the Advanced button. Is "Open" highlighted, indicating that it is
the default?
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Sonia, MS PowerPoint MVP Team
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[Sandy]

Thanks Sonia, that was exactly my problem
Very happy now, and sorry for the double posting