Here is what I've tried so far, to no avail:
1)Changed Windows Explorer default for CR2 files to point to the 32 bit version (program files (x86)) folder. CR2 files now open fine when double clicked in Windows Explorer, they open in 32 bit, but Bridge still wants to use 64 bit by default
2)In Bridge I went to Edit>File Type Associations and changed the Canon RAW (CRW,CR2) setting to point to 32 bit PS, but it still wants to use 64 bit.
I don't think these settings do anything, because for giggles I changed the Canon RAW file type association to Quicktime, and they STILL open up with 64 bit PS!!!!
I'm using Windows 7 64 bit (same experience on Vista Ultimate 64).
But if I start CS4 in 32 bit first and have it open then go to bridge and select open in ACR it uses the 32 bit version.
Also using Control "O" from bridge opens 32 bit.
Yes, that is a method I use too, opening PS 32 bit FIRST.
I wonder why, with all the potential compatibility problems with the 64 bit version (only 1 of my dozen+ plugins work with 64 bit), would Adobe FORCE the 64 bit version on you and make it the default Photoshop? It makes no kind of sense!
Thanks for the ctrl-O option. I guess that's something for now.
I think they will. And I think we will pay...
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