Command-line switches for Microsoft Office products
Re-registers Word in the Windows registry. This switch starts Word, runs Office Setup, updates the Windows registry, and then closes.
Applies To:
Excel for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, Access for Microsoft 365, Excel 2024, Word 2024, Outlook 2024, PowerPoint 2024, Access 2024, Excel 2021, Word 2021, Outlook 2021, PowerPoint 2021, Access 2021, Excel 2019, Word 2019, Outlook 2019, PowerPoint 2019, Access 2019, Excel 2016, Word 2016, Outlook 2016, PowerPoint 2016, Access 2016
Configure Startup Applications in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to optimize system performance by managing startup applications in Windows.
Automatically start an Office program when you turn on your computer
Use Windows to autostart one or more Office programs when you start your computer.
Applies To:
Excel for Microsoft 365, Word for Microsoft 365, Outlook for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, Access for Microsoft 365, Project Online Desktop Client, Publisher for Microsoft 365, Visio Plan 2, Excel 2024, Outlook 2024, PowerPoint 2024, Access 2024, Project Professional 2024, Project Standard 2024, Excel 2021, Word 2021, Outlook 2021, PowerPoint 2021, Access 2021, Project Professional 2021, Project Standard 2021, Publisher 2021, Visio Professional 2021, Visio Standard 2021, Excel 2019, Word 2019, Outlook 2019, PowerPoint 2019, Access 2019, Project Professional 2019, Project Standard 2019, Publisher 2019, Visio Professional 2019, Visio Standard 2019, Excel 2016, Word 2016, Outlook 2016, PowerPoint 2016, Access 2016, OneNote 2016, Project Professional 2016, Project Standard 2016, Publisher 2016, Visio Professional 2016, Visio Standard 2016, PerformancePoint Dashboard Designer, InfoPath 2013
How to run Control Panel tools by typing a command
To run a Control Panel tool in Windows, type the appropriate command in the Open box or at a command prompt. NOTE: If you want to run a command from a command prompt, you must do so from the Windows folder.
"0xC0000142" or "-1073741502" Stop error when many PowerShell scripts ...
The exit code describes a STATUS_DLL_INIT_FAILED issue. This issue is resolved temporarily when you stop the PowerShell script and then restart the PowerShell console.
How to use the Regsvr32 tool and troubleshoot Regsvr32 error messages ...
Regsvr32 is a command-line utility to register and unregister OLE controls, such as DLLs and ActiveX controls in the Windows Registry. Regsvr32.exe is installed in the %systemroot%\System32 folder in Windows XP and later versions of Windows. The 64-bit version is %systemroot%\System32\regsvr32.exe.
System Configuration Tools in Windows - Microsoft Support
Windows provides a variety of configuration tools tailored to meet the needs of different users. These built-in tools facilitate your device's customization and monitoring, allowing you to change Windows' configuration to suit your preferences and requirements with precision.
Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system ...
When critical Windows system files are missing or corrupted, your operating system may begin to malfunction. Common symptoms include Windows features not working properly, system errors, or Windows becoming unresponsive or freezing.
Windows Startup Settings - Microsoft Support
After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11. Learn more.
How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support
Follow the steps in the section, How to start the Windows Installer service when system services are not loaded. Then try installing or uninstalling the app or update again. If the installation or uninstallation is successful, your issue is resolved.