How to Enable or Disable Run at Startup for Xbox App in Windows 11
The Xbox app startup setting in Windows 11 controls whether the gaming platform opens automatically the moment you sign in to your PC. Stopping the app from launching in the background frees up system memory and helps your computer boot up faster.
You turn this feature on or off directly inside the Xbox app settings rather than the main Windows Task Manager . This change only applies to your specific user account on the computer.
Open the Xbox app, go to Settings , click App, and toggle “Launch Xbox when I start my computer” on or off. You can also manage this in Windows Settings under Apps Startup or via Task Manager .
Option 1Use Xbox App Settings
Turn Xbox App On or Off at Startup
Managing Xbox app startup settings lets you choose whether the gaming software opens automatically when Windows starts. You can easily control this behavior directly inside the application by adjusting the built-in preferences. This stops the program from launching on its own, which helps your PC boot up faster and keeps system resources free when you turn on your computer.
- Open the Xbox app.
- Click the Profile button and then click Settings .
- Click App in the left side menu.
- Under Startup settings, turn on or off “Launch Xbox when I start my computer.” The default is off.
Close Settings when done.
Option 2Use Registry Editor
Turn On or Off Run Xbox App at Startup Using the Registry
Editing the Windows Registry provides an advanced way to control Xbox app startup behavior if the main application menu is not working for you. This method requires administrative access and involves changing specific system database keys to stop or allow the software from running automatically. Always be careful when making changes here, as incorrect edits can cause system problems.
Open Windows Terminal and run the command below. Or open Registry Editor and browse to the registry key to edit the value.
Turn On Run Xbox app at Startup:
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppModel\SystemAppData\Microsoft.GamingApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe\Xbox.App.Tasks.FullTrustComponent" /v State /t REG_DWORD /d 2 /f
Turn Off Run Xbox app at Startup (default):
reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Classes\Local Settings\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\AppModel\SystemAppData\Microsoft.GamingApp_8wekyb3d8bbwe\Xbox.App.Tasks.FullTrustComponent" /v State /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f
Option 3Use Windows Settings
Enable or Disable Run Xbox App at Startup in Settings
- Open Settings by pressing Win+I.
- Click on Apps on the left side, and click on Startup on the right side.
- Tuggle the button to turn On or Off the Xbox app.
Option 4Use Task Manager
Enable or Disable Run Xbox App at Startup in Task Manager
- Open Task Manager by pressing
Managing the Xbox app's startup in Task Manager is straightforward. Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open it, then click on the 'Startup apps' tab, find the Xbox app, and use the 'Enable' or 'Disable' button.
Task Manager showing startup apps to disable for Windows 11 performance Close Task Manager when done.
Summary
You've learned several ways to control if the Xbox app starts automatically with Windows 11. You can choose the method that works best for you, whether it's through the app's settings, Task Manager, or the Windows Registry.
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