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Windows explorer launches at startup

Every time I start or restart my computer, Windows Explorer launches automatically on the standard Libraries page. It is not listed in my startup folder or in the msconfig startup tab. How can I make it stop launching at startup?
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Hi,

Use these methods to find and eliminate the cause of the issues.

How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or
Windows 7
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135

How to Change, Add, or Remove Startup Programs in Windows 7
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1401-startup-programs-change.html

Autoruns - Free - See what programs are configured to startup automatically when your
system boots and you login. Autoruns also shows you the full list of Registry and file
locations where applications can configure auto-start settings.
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb963902.aspx

Hope this helps.

Rob Brown - past Microsoft MVP - Windows Insider MVP 2016 - 2021
Microsoft MVP Windows and Devices for IT 2009 - 2020

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Last updated October 16, 2021 Views 6,778 Applies to: