Prevent Windows 10 apps from auto-launching with the system

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Is your Windows 10 laptop taking ages to boot up? Perhaps it's burdened with numerous apps starting up alongside the system. This article by Mytour will guide you on stopping Windows 10 apps from automatically launching to speed up and enhance your computer's performance.

Software installed on Windows 10 can sometimes configure themselves to auto-launch with the system, and these apps may also configure background services each time you boot up your computer. While this can be beneficial, over time, having numerous apps and services booting up with the system can be the culprit for your Win 10 PC booting up as slow as a turtle, impacting battery life and overall system performance.

Typically, apps come with settings including necessary configurations to prevent Windows 10 apps from auto-launching with the system. However, you can also speed up Win 10 boot by putting a halt to them using Task Manager

In this article, Mytour.vn will guide you on identifying the culprits slowing down your device, consuming unnecessary system resources, and the steps to boot Windows 10 quickly, improving system performance.

Prevent Windows 10 apps from auto-starting with the system

Use Task Manager to manage apps that start with the system

All you need to do is first open Task Manager, you can learn how to open Task Manager in Win 10 here

If Task Manager is running in Compact Mode, click the Details button at the bottom right corner to access advanced options, then click the Startup tab.

Tip: There are various ways to open Task Manager, the quickest being to right-click on the Taskbar and select Task Manager. Alternatively, you can right-click on the

Start button, choose Task Manager, or use the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Esc. You can also type Task Manager into the Search bar on the Taskbar.

On the Startup tab, you'll see a list of apps and services configured to start with Windows 10, including their names, manufacturers, status, and performance.

The two most important pieces of information on this tab are the Status column, indicating which items are enabled, and the Startup impact column showing the performance impact of apps or services during startup.

Identify problematic apps

If you have a long list of apps, the ideal solution is to click on the Status column to sort the apps into Enabled and Disabled categories for easier management.

To determine which apps to disable, Task Manager will display the performance impact of each app. Here's how Windows 10 determines each value:

- High: apps using processing time over 1,000ms, or consuming over 3MB disk I/O.

- Medium: Applications using processing time from 300ms to 1,000ms, or 300KB to 3MB disk I/O.

- Low: Applications using processing time less than 300ms and consuming less than 300KB disk I/O.

- Not measured: This value indicates an app recently installed and Windows 10 couldn't calculate its impact or performance. This value may also occur when an app has been uninstalled but still appears in Task Manager.

While you can control everything listed on the Startup tab, it's important to understand which apps or services you're trying to disable, as sometimes you might block an app or service required to run the operating system or an app properly.

You can also explore more information about apps and services by right-clicking on them and selecting Search online.

This action will perform an online search in your web browser with the exact name of the app and file. For example, if you want to learn more about Microsoft OneDrive, the online search query will include OneDrive.exe Microsoft OneDrive.

Disable startup apps

Once you understand the nature of the apps and you want to prevent them from starting with the system, simply right-click on the app and select Disable to prevent it from auto-starting.

You can also select the app item and click the Disable button at the bottom right corner.

After completing the steps, depending on the items you disabled, you will notice a significant improvement in Windows 10 system performance, but note that you'll need to restart your computer for the speed-up to take effect.

Note that you can only control traditional (win32) apps in the list of startup programs. On Windows 10, apps downloaded from the Windows Store (excluding converted apps) are not allowed to auto-start with the system.

You can also apply similar steps to prevent Windows 10 apps from auto-starting with the system to manage apps on Windows 8.x. For Windows 7, refer to how to remove apps from startup in Win 7 here.

Currently, Windows 10 supports the feature of automatic login after restarting the computer. If you find this feature useful, check out how to set up Windows 10 automatic login after restart here

Frequently Asked Questions

What steps can I take to prevent Windows 10 apps from starting automatically?

To prevent Windows 10 apps from starting automatically, open Task Manager by right-clicking the Taskbar and selecting Task Manager. Navigate to the Startup tab, where you'll find a list of apps configured to launch at startup. You can disable any unwanted apps by right-clicking on them and selecting 'Disable' or by clicking the 'Disable' button at the bottom right corner.

How can I identify which apps are slowing down my Windows 10 startup?

To identify apps that may be slowing down your Windows 10 startup, open Task Manager and navigate to the Startup tab. Here, you can sort apps by their performance impact—marked as High, Medium, Low, or Not Measured—allowing you to pinpoint which applications are consuming excessive system resources during startup.

Is it safe to disable startup apps in Windows 10 to improve performance?

Yes, it is generally safe to disable startup apps in Windows 10 to improve performance. However, be cautious when disabling apps, as some may be essential for your operating system or other applications to function correctly. Make sure to research unfamiliar apps before disabling them to avoid potential issues.

What is the easiest way to access Task Manager on Windows 10?

The easiest way to access Task Manager on Windows 10 is by right-clicking on the Taskbar and selecting 'Task Manager' from the context menu. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Esc, or right-click the Start button and choose Task Manager from the options.

Can I disable apps from the Windows Store in the startup settings?

No, you cannot disable apps downloaded from the Windows Store in the startup settings. Windows 10 only allows you to control traditional Win32 apps in the Startup tab of Task Manager. Windows Store apps do not have the option to auto-start with the system.

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