Start Applications Automatically on Startup in Windows 11 / 10
If you put a shortcut in the folder but it won't launch, check these three common issues: windows 11 autostart folder
If your Startup folder appears empty but programs are still launching when you turn on your PC, those apps are likely managed by the Windows Registry or internal app settings. Right-click the Start button and select Task Manager. Start Applications Automatically on Startup in Windows 11
Pro Tip: You can also drag a specific file (like an Excel sheet or a Word document) into this folder, and Windows will launch that specific file upon login. The easiest way to find this folder is
The easiest way to find this folder is using a "shell" command, as it’s buried deep within your system files.
Here’s a concise guide to the (also called the Startup folder).
