Disable Startup Programs on Windows 10

In this article let’s review how to disable startup programs-apps on Windows 10 and make the boot process fast again.

Disable Startup Programs on Windows 10

One of the better ways to improve Windows boot time is to stop unwanted programs from loading with Windows operating system. The more software you install on your computer, the longer it may seem to take to start up Windows. It is common for most programs to add themselves to the startup list as a result of which, your computer does tend to waste resources and perhaps make it run slow.

Disable startup programs using Task Manager

Method 1:

1- Task Manager by right-clicking at the taskbar and select Task Manager or use the shortcut “Ctrl+Shift+Esc” simultaneously to open Task Manager.

2- If the Task Manager is launched with minimal view, click More details button to view the actual Task Manager.

Disable startup programs using Task Manager

3- To find the startup items click on the tab along the top that is marked Start-up. Then to stop them from running, right-click the program and select Disable.

Disable Startup Programs on Windows 10

Method:2

Disable Startup Programs In Settings app

Navigate to Settings app > Apps > Startup.

Turn off apps that you don’t want to load with Windows 10 by moving the slider to the off position.

Disable Startup Programs on Windows 10

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Published on: Jul 21, 2019 – Edited date: 10-01-2021





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