How to Add Program to Startup in Windows 10
Adding a program to startup in Windows 10 can be a convenient way to ensure that certain applications launch automatically when your computer boots up. This feature is particularly useful for applications that you use frequently or need to have running in the background at all times. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding a program to startup in Windows 10.
Step 1: Find the Program You Want to Add
The first step in adding a program to startup is to locate the application that you want to run automatically at startup. This can be any program installed on your computer, including system applications and third-party software.
Step 2: Open Task Scheduler
To add a program to startup, you will need to use the Task Scheduler. Here’s how to open it:
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “taskschd.msc” and press Enter.
This will open the Task Scheduler.
Step 3: Create a New Task
Now that you have Task Scheduler open, you can create a new task to run the program at startup. Follow these steps:
1. In the Task Scheduler window, click on “Create Basic Task” in the Actions panel on the right side.
2. Type a name for the task and an optional description, then click “Next.”
3. Select “When the computer starts” from the “Triggers” list, then click “Next.”
4. Choose “Start a program” from the “Actions” list, then click “Next.”
5. Browse to the location of the program you want to add to startup and select it, then click “Next.”
6. Review the task settings and click “Finish” to create the task.
Step 4: Adjust Task Settings (Optional)
If you want to customize the task further, you can modify the settings in Task Scheduler. To do this:
1. Right-click on the task you just created and select “Properties.”
2. In the “General” tab, you can change the task name and description.
3. In the “Triggers” tab, you can add or modify triggers, such as setting a specific time for the task to run.
4. In the “Actions” tab, you can change the program that runs at startup or add additional actions.
5. In the “Conditions” tab, you can set conditions for the task, such as only running the task if the computer is on AC power.
6. In the “Settings” tab, you can enable or disable the task, set the task to run only once, or change the task’s priority.
Step 5: Test the Task
To ensure that the program is added to startup correctly, restart your computer and observe whether the program launches automatically. If everything is working as expected, you have successfully added a program to startup in Windows 10.
By following these steps, you can easily add any program to startup in Windows 10, making it more convenient to access your favorite applications every time you boot up your computer.
