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Windows 10/11 Auto installing “LG Monitor App Installer” LG Monitor Support Application Drivers”.
This software is not necessary for the proper function of the basic display and PNP function of the display in windows. The software should be OPTIONAL AND INSTALLABLE BY THE USER NOT FORCED INSTALLED BY WINDOWS UPDATE. This software is considered a PUP. (potentially unwanted program) Im a PC technician and repair expert. If I have to plug in LG monitors into my client’s computers and get force installed PUPS (with drivers and junk that is annoying to uninstall) every time I try to fix a client’s PC I would lose my mind. (I already have) I paid hundreds of dollars for my LG screens just so that this happens; fix your **bleep** Microsoft! Windows never did this before just until some recent feature/security update happened. I know this happens with some devices but for these screens it’s straight up not needed. Since when has anybody needed monitor drivers to use their screen??? NOT GRAPHICS DRIVERS. And it does not even install any monitor driver. It installs some “Software component” that runs a background service to install LG crap. And all that does is allow me to install more LG crap. Just the app from more stupid things.
PROPOSED SOLUTION
program a GUI interference that prompts the user if they want to install drivers YES OR NO from windows update for a newly connected device. Im sure windows 7 did something like that before rather than silently behind your back; crapping on your system.
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This is the most immediate solution. The software often installs with an uninstaller. Look for the LG monitor app in your programs and features or add/remove programs. Be aware that the monitor may not function optimally without the software, though basic display should work.
1.This does not solve the main issue. The fact that this is happening in the first place is the issue. Very short sighted of you to say “just uninstall it”. Bandaid solution. Plus it will leave remnants in registry and program files as windows has a terrible software management system.
2.Trust me this monitor will function completely “optimally” without LG app installer. In fact my pc will run better with one less process running in the background. This bloat did not install itself in 2023-24 when I was using these screens and they worked perfectly. Their color depth worked, VRR worked, (Gsync) High refresh rate worked. Did not have software issues until someone decided to push a button at Windows Update HQ and mess it up.
I totally get your frustration—having to deal with unwanted LG Monitor App Installer bloatware popping up every time you connect a monitor is a pain, especially when it’s unnecessary for basic display functions. From my experience, Microsoft’s Windows Update system has become increasingly aggressive in pushing drivers and support apps, sometimes without clear user consent, which can be a real hassle for technicians and power users. Your proposed solution—a GUI prompt asking users if they want to install device drivers or support apps when a new device is connected—is a solid idea. It would give users control, prevent silent installs, and align more with older, user-centric Windows behaviors like in Windows 7.
