Tableau Reader Does Not Open Workbooks When They Are Double-Clicked

When a .twbx file is double-clicked (or right-click > open), Tableau Reader does not launch.

The more straightforward solution may be to uninstall and re-install Tableau Reader. You can download the installer for the latest version here.

Right-click any Tableau packaged workbook (.twbx) in File Explorer
Select Open with > Choose another app
In the How do you want to open this file? dialog box, select the check box for Always use this app to open .twbx files.
- Select Tableau Reader if it is available.
- Otherwise, select More apps.
- Look for Tableau Reader under Other options.
- Selecting Tableau Reader and then OK should resolve the issue. If you can't find Tableau Reader in the list, go to Step 4
Select Look for another app on this PC.
In the Open with... dialog box, navigate to C:\Program Files\Tableau\Tableau Reader <version>\bin\tabreader.exe and then click Open
Repeat Steps 1 through 3 above