Start with the diagnosis
Slow startup usually has several causes: too many startup apps, low free storage, updates or disk problems.
Step by step
01
Open Task Manager and select Startup apps
Confirm the result before moving to the next step.
02
Disable only non-essential apps
Confirm the result before moving to the next step.
03
Keep free space on the system drive
Confirm the result before moving to the next step.
04
Install Windows updates and restart
Confirm the result before moving to the next step.
05
Run Windows Security and check disk health
Confirm the result before moving to the next step.
Safety checklist
- Do not disable security or driver services
- Measure startup time before and after
- Create a restore point before major changes