Stop Parallels from automatically starting

Discussion in 'Installation and Configuration of Parallels Desktop' started by DavidA4, Jul 27, 2022.

  1. DavidA4

    DavidA4 Hunter

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    Is there any way to prevent Parallels from automatically starting when clicking on a file associated with Windows?
     
  2. DavidA4

    DavidA4 Hunter

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    Specifically, how to I prevent Parallels from automatically starting when accidentally double-clicking on a Windows file? I'm running a Mac and use Parallels for a Windows 10 VM.
     
  3. kat

    kat Product Expert

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    Hi In Parallels under options>sharing>share windows > uncheck Access windows folders from Mac. I keep my vm's separate, if you do this you will have to start your VM to access windows files and folders.
     

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