On Windows 11, there are a few different ways to run apps at startup.

Do you have a habit of opening the same collection of programmes every day when you turn on your computer? If you answered yes, you'll be pleased to learn that Windows 11 has multiple options for automating that job. You can use the methods in this tutorial to configure a browser, an application, or software to execute at startup.

When your PC starts up, Windows launches a few important apps and services by default, but you can always add more to the list. We'll go over a couple alternative ways to execute programmes upon startup on Windows 11 in this article. So, without further ado, let us take a look at them.

1. CHANGE THE IN-APP SETTINGS

Changing an app's in-app settings is probably the simplest approach to make it launch at startup. Several apps, such as Spotify, Telegram, Microsoft Teams, and others, have in-app settings that you may use to have them activate automatically when you open them.

If your favourite programme doesn't have a startup option, you can always use the methods listed below.

2. MAKE USE OF THE SETTINGS APP

Another approach to make an app run at startup on Windows 11 is to use the Settings app. If you wish to change the startup behaviour of numerous programmes at the same time, this way can help. This is how you do it.

Step 1: Click on the gear icon in the Start menu to launch Settings. Alternatively, you may quickly launch the Settings app by pressing the Windows key + I.

Step 2: Navigate to the Apps tab and click on Startup using the left pane.

Step 3: Enable the switch next to an app to have it start automatically.

Sort the programmes based on their Startup Impacts to get a fair idea of how a Startup app would impact Windows 11. For the best experience, stay away from apps having a high effect.

3. MAKE USE OF THE STARTUP FOLDER

The Startup folder is a Windows feature that comes standard with most versions of the operating system. You may use it to run scripts, launch programmes, and more. Here's how to do it.

Step 1: To open the Run dialogue box, press Windows key + R. Type shell:startup into the Open area and press Enter.

Step 2: In the top left corner, click the New menu and select Shortcut from the list.

Step 3: Using the Browse button, locate and pick the executable file of the programme you want to run. Then press the Next button.

Step 4: Give the shortcut a good name and click Finish.

You can also drag and drop the programme shortcut into the Startup folder.

4. MAKE USE OF A TASK SCHEDULER

The Task Scheduler is probably the most undervalued Windows function. Task Scheduler can help you automate practically any task on your computer, whether you want to empty the recycle bin on a regular basis, shut down your PC on a schedule, or start an application at startup.

On Windows 11, here's how to use Task Scheduler to run apps upon startup.

Step 1: Click the Start button, type task scheduler in the search box, and then click the first result.

Step 2: On the left, right-click the Task Scheduler Library folder and choose the New Folder option. Give the folder a suitable name, such as 'Startup Apps.'

Step 3: Right-click the newly created folder and pick 'Create Basic Task' from the Actions menu at the top.

Step 4: Give the job a name and a brief description. After that, click Next.

Step 5: You'll be prompted to specify a task's trigger. Because we want the programmes to start automatically when the computer starts, pick When the computer starts and click Next.

Step 6: On the Action tab, click Next after selecting the Start a programme option.

Step 7: Under Program/script, click the Browse button to locate the executable file for the programme you intend to execute. Then click the Next button.

Step 8: Finally, before clicking Finish, review the task's details.

That is all. Windows will automatically activate the application upon startup of your computer. You can repeat the preceding steps to add additional tasks and run additional apps during startup.

AUTOMATE THE USE OF WINDOWS

Allowing apps to launch at startup can assist you in getting to work quickly. While this may seem insignificant, it can free you from the monotony of accessing the same apps every day. Which of the aforementioned strategies did you prefer? Leave a comment below with your ideas.