How to Fix DOCX Word Documents Not Showing the Word Icon

If you're dealing with the issue where a Word file (DOCX) isn't displaying the Word icon and doesn't open in Word by default, follow these steps:

1. Ensure Word is Installed: Confirm that Microsoft Word is installed on your computer.

2. Right-Click on the DOCX File: Locate the problematic Word document on your computer, then right-click on it.

3. Select "Open With": Hover over the "Open with" option to expand the menu.

4. Choose Another App: Click on "Choose another app" from the expanded menu.

5. Select Word: From the list of applications, find and select Microsoft Word.

6. Set as Default: Click on "Always" to make Word the default program for opening DOCX files in the future.

Following these steps should resolve the issue and display the correct Word icon for your DOCX files.

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