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How to Disable Startup Programs on Windows 11 in the Settings App

 

Hey everyone, welcome back to TechOZO. In this video, I'll show you how to disable startup programs in Windows 11, so you can speed up your computer and have a smoother start to your day. Let's get started!"

There are two convenient ways to stop an application from running on startup on Windows 11: the Task Manager and the Startup Apps page of the Settings app.

 

Task Manager

1.       Open the Task Manager. There are a few ways to do this, but one of the quickest methods is by pressing 'Ctrl + Shift + Esc' on your keyboard. You can also press 'Ctrl + Alt + Delete' and then choose 'Task Manager' from the options."

2.       "Once Task Manager is open, you'll see a few tabs at the left side of the wimdow. Click on the 'Startup' tab. This tab will show you a list of all the programs that are set to launch when your computer starts."

3.       Now, take a look at the list of startup programs. You'll see the program name, its status (enabled or disabled).

4.       To disable a program from starting up with your computer, simply select it and click the 'Disable' button at the top right of the Task Manager window. You can also right-click on a program and choose 'Disable.'"

5.       After you've disabled the unwanted startup programs, it's a good practice to restart your computer. This will ensure that the changes take effect."

 

Settings App

 

You can also use the Settings app to remove programs from the startup list. To launch the Settings app, search "Settings" in the Start Menu or press Windows+i.

Navigate to Apps and the click on the Startup, and it will show you a list of all the programs that are set to launch when your computer starts. You can sort the apps by name, status and startup impact. click the toggle next to the app to disable or enable it.

 

 

Well that’s all  how to disable startup programs in Windows 11. I hope you found this tutorial helpful in optimizing your computer's performance. If you have any questions or if there are other Windows-related topics you'd like us to cover, please let us know in the comments below. . Thanks for tuning in, and I'll catch you in the next video!