Your Question: How Do I Force Close a Program in Windows 7?
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How do I force quit a program in Windows 7?

How to force quit on Windows using a keyboard shortcut

  1. Click to select the application that has stopped working.
  2. Press Alt + F4.
  3. Press Control + Alt + Delete. …
  4. Choose Task Manager.
  5. Select the application that you want to force quit.
  6. Click End task.
  7. Press Windows key + R.
  8. Type cmd into the search box and press Enter.

How do I close a program that is not responding?

When your computer isn’t responding to conventional methods of exiting programs, locate and simultaneously press the control + alt + delete buttons on your keyboard to launch a blue screen of user options. Note that if your system is completely frozen, it may take a few moments for this screen to launch.

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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