Whether you want to keep track of what programs run when your PC starts or want to add your favorite programs to your startup applications list, there can be plenty of reasons to visit the Startup folder on Windows. So we are here with two ways to locate the startup folder in Windows 10 and 11.
If you didn’t know, the startup folder contains a list of shortcuts for applications that start up when Windows starts. Although this folder is hidden, it can easily be accessed when you know where to look. Here are the different ways to find the Windows 10 and 11 startup folder.
1. Find the location of the Windows startup folder using File Explorer
This is one of the most convenient ways to find the startup folder on Windows 10 and 11. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + E’ to launch Windows File Explorer.
Step 2: Click on the three-dot menu on the title bar and select Options.
Step 3: In the Folder Options dialog box, go to View and select ‘Show hidden files, folders, and drives’, under Hidden files and folders.
Step 4: Click Apply and OK.
Step 5: Under the address bar, click the drop-down arrow and go to the user profile (usually the name of your PC).
Step 6: Open the AppData folder under the user profile.
Note: It may appear translucent as it is hidden to normal users, but it is clickable.
Step 7: Navigate to Roaming > Microsoft > Windows > Start Menu > Programs. Now, click on the Startup folder.
If you click and open the startup folder, you will find shortcuts for all the programs in the Windows 11 startup applications list.
If you want a shortcut to directly open the startup folder on Windows 10 and 11, just copy and paste the file location below into File Explorer’s address bar.
Note: Replace username with your PC username.
C:\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
2. Locate the Windows startup applications folder using the shell command
There are two ways to use the Run command to find the startup folder on Windows 10 and 11. This way is quite easy to do. Follow up.
I. Find the startup folder location for a specific user
Step 1: Press ‘Windows Key + R’ on your keyboard to open the Run command and press Enter.
Step 2: Enter the command below in the open field of the Run command box and click OK.
Shell:boot
Alternative method: You can also enter the command below in the open field of the Run command box instead of the above command in step 2.
%appdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
This will directly open the Startup folder from where you can add or remove application/program shortcuts as per your requirement.
2. Find the startup folder location for all users
Here is another way to open Windows startup folder with shell command for all users. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open Run command with ‘Windows key + R’ and press Enter.
Step 2: Type any of the two commands below into the Open field of the Run Command and press OK.
%ProgramData%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\StartUp Shell:common startup
This will instantly open the startup folder for all users without Windows 10 and 11. Pretty easy right?
Well, all that said, if you want to disable or change what runs at Windows startup, you can check out our comprehensive guide on ways to disable startup applications on Windows.
FAQ about Find Startup Folder on Windows 10 and 11
1. How to remove a program from Startup in Windows 11?
There are many ways to remove programs from Startup in Windows 11. One way is to go to settings > applications > startup navigation options. You can also check out our guide where we have detailed how to add and remove programs from Windows 10 startup.
2. How do I access Startup services?
Press ‘Ctrl + Shift + Esc’ to go to Task Manager and from there you can access Startup services.
3. Where is the startup located in the registry?
You can find autostart programs in two sections of the registry. One is to go to ‘HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run’ and the other is to go to ‘HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run.’
Quick find startup folder
Having your programs start automatically when Windows starts allows you to start using them right away. It minimizes potential distractions, but too many programs can also affect your computer’s performance. By following the steps described above, you should be able to remove any apps or programs that you no longer use from the startup folder in Windows 10 and 11.
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