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Frederickk
Aug 23, 2024Iron Contributor
Any easy way to clean up the app list for speeding up the PC?
It is a huge app list from checking the task manager. And I don't even know some of the apps. How to delete them in bulk?
- Use built-in Disk Cleanup to clear temporary files and system caches.Type Disk Cleanup in the search box and select the Disk Cleanup tool. Storage Sense: Enable Storage Sense in settings to routinely remove temporary files automatically.
- WalterBrass Contributor
Now you can scroll through the list and decide what you don’t need. If you see apps you’ve never used or don’t recognize, it’s time to consider removing them. Just make sure they aren’t essential for your system or hardware.
- Huamk523Copper Contributor
Windows doesn’t allow you to uninstall multiple apps at once through this method. However, you can quickly go through the list, click on the app you want to delete, and hit "Uninstall." It’s a bit tedious but effective.
- ShatBrass Contributor
Reducing the app load on startup can also help speed things up:
Open Task Manager: Right-click the taskbar and select Task Manager, then go to the Startup tab.
Disable Unnecessary Apps: Review the apps listed here. Right-click on any app you don’t need when your PC starts and select Disable. - EmilioiuCopper ContributorIf you see applications with names you do not recognize, it is wise to do some research to ensure they are safe to remove.
- The_Swedish_GothCopper ContributorTeams and Java. Teams since its only needed if you use it and like edge, its always activated unlike Skype. Java, you do not need java. Remove, forget.
- BenwingsIron ContributorMake a clean install if the computer still runs slowly after deleting the apps.
- AbigailohCopper ContributorYou can also limit background apps that don't need to run:
Settings: Go to Settings > Privacy > Background apps.
Toggle Off: Here, you can choose which apps can run in the background. Just turn off any you don't need. - KoanasCopper ContributorUse built-in Disk Cleanup to clear temporary files and system caches.Type Disk Cleanup in the search box and select the Disk Cleanup tool. Storage Sense: Enable Storage Sense in settings to routinely remove temporary files automatically.
- ArthurDavisBrass Contributor
Thanks for this helpful tip, it worked fine for me!
- TheaoperCopper ContributorMake a backup of the data and start a clean install. You will see the background processes reduced sharply!
- Nobel_BaynesIron ContributorAnother choice is using the app uninstaller, which is fast and help you remove app that can't be deleted from Control Panel settings.