Configure startup applications in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to optimize system performance by managing startup applications in Windows.
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.
Windows startup settings - Microsoft Support
Learn how to change Windows startup settings, including enabling Safe Mode.
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.
Open the Start menu - Microsoft Support
To open the Start menu—which contains all your apps, settings, and files—you can do any of the following: On the center or left end of the taskbar, select the Start icon. Note: Your taskbar settings determine where the taskbar is located. Press the Windows logo key on your keyboard. Swipe up from the bottom center or left of your screen.
Automatically start an Office program when you turn on your computer
Autostart an Office program you use every day by adding a shortcut to the Windows Startup folder. Open the Windows Run dialog (Windows Key + R). Copy the following path to the Run dialog, and then press Enter. Open the Start Screen, right-click the Office program you want to automatically start, and click Open file location.
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
Fix problems that block programs from being installed or removed
Block you from uninstalling a program through Add or Remove Programs (or Programs and Features) in Control Panel. If you're trying to remove malware, you can use Windows Security (or another antivirus tool), or you can use the Windows Malicious Software Removal tool.
Pin and unpin apps to the Start menu - Microsoft Support
Open the Start menu, then right-click the app you want to pin. Select Pin to Start or Unpin from Start.
How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support
Click a link below that corresponds to your version of Windows: A "clean boot" starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs, so that you can determine whether a background program is interfering with your game or program.
See what's on the Start menu - Microsoft Support
Make the Start menu yours by pinning apps and programs, or moving and regrouping tiles. If you need more space, resize the Start menu. Learn more about the Start menu, including how to find your files and get to your apps and programs.