How to Make a Program Run on Startup Windows 10?
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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:

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

How to Add Startup Apps in Windows 10

  1. Step 1: Right-click the shortcut of “Skype” on the desktop and select “copy”.
  2. Step 2: Press the “windows key + R” to open the “Run” dialog and type “shell:startup” in the edit box, then click “OK”.
  3. Step 3: Right-click on the empty space and choose “paste”.
  4. Step 4: You will find the copied shortcut of “Skype” here.

How do I make a program start automatically in Windows 10?

Windows 8, 8.1, and 10 make it really simple to disable startup applications. All you have to do is open up Task Manager by right-clicking on the Taskbar, or using the CTRL + SHIFT + ESC shortcut key, clicking “More Details,” switching to the Startup tab, and then using the Disable button.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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