Quick Answer: How to Add a Program to 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 add a program to startup?

How to Add Programs, Files, and Folders to System Startup in Windows

  • Press Windows+R to open the “Run” dialog box.
  • Type “shell:startup” and then hit Enter to open the “Startup” folder.
  • Create a shortcut in the “Startup” folder to any file, folder, or app’s executable file. It will open on startup the next time you boot.
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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