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How do I Windows Explorer register file associations?

Register .lua with Windows Explorer so you can open double click to open Lua programs.

Overview

The Lua Automation IDE does not by default register the .lua file association with Windows Explorer but it does have the ability to do it through the IDE. In order to do so follow these instructions:

  1. Right click on the Lua Automation IDE icon on the start menu and choose Run as Administrator
  2. Click the Settings menu option on the lower left hand side of the window.
  3. Click Register Explorer File Type Associations
Last Modified: 08/03/2023