How to Change Which Programs Run at Startup Windows 10?
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Change apps

  • Select the Start button, then select Settings > Apps > Startup. Make sure any app you want to run at startup is turned On.
  • If you don’t see the Startup option in Settings, right-click the Start button, select Task Manager, then select the Startup tab. (If you don’t see the Startup tab, select More details.)

How do you stop programs from starting on startup?

System Configuration Utility (Windows 7)

  1. Press Win-r . In the “Open:” field, type msconfig and press Enter .
  2. Click the Startup tab.
  3. Uncheck the items you do not want to launch on startup. Note:
  4. When you have finished making your selections, click OK.
  5. In the box that appears, click Restart to restart your computer.

How do I add an application to startup in Windows 10?

How to Make Modern Apps Run on Startup in Windows 10

  • Open the startup folder: press Win+R , type shell:startup , hit Enter .
  • Open the Modern apps folder: press Win+R , type shell:appsfolder , press Enter .
  • Drag the apps you need to launch on startup from the first to the second folder and select Create shortcut:
Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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