Uninstall or remove apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
First, you'll need to download the troubleshooter. Download troubleshooter. If you see the File Download box when you start downloading, select Run or Open. The troubleshooter provides steps for you to follow. If a program isn't listed in the uninstall options, you'll be asked for that program's product code.
Windows troubleshooters - Microsoft Support
Get Help has troubleshooters you can run for many common scenarios. These often help resolve issues without the need to contact support. If a troubleshooter is available for your issue, select Run to start that troubleshooter.
List of security program cleanup and uninstall tools
Provides links to the uninstall tools and directions for many security programs.
Repair apps and programs in Windows - Microsoft Support
Repair options from the Control Panel. In the search box on the taskbar, enter control panel and select Control Panel from the results. Select Programs > Programs and Features. Right-click the program you want to fix and select Repair, or if that’s not available, select Change. Then follow the directions on the screen.
Configure Startup Applications in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to optimize system performance by managing startup applications in Windows.
How to start a scan for viruses or malware in Microsoft Defender
Here's how to do that on Windows, Mac, or Android.
Applies To:
Microsoft Defender on Android, Microsoft Defender on Mac, Microsoft Defender on Windows
Startup Repair - Microsoft Support
Startup Repair is a Windows recovery tool that can fix certain system problems that might prevent Windows from starting. It scans your computer for the problem and then tries to fix it so your computer can start correctly.
How to troubleshoot Windows Installer errors - Microsoft Support
You can use the Wilogutl.exe tool to analyze log files from a Windows Installer installation. This tool may suggest solutions to errors that are found in a log file.
Use a troubleshooter with Windows 10 - Microsoft Support
Fix-it tools aren’t used in Windows 10. Instead, use a troubleshooter to help solve problems with your PC.