How to View Running Processes in Windows 11
Task Manager is the built-in tool in Windows 11 that shows every app and background service running on your PC right now. Opening this window lets you check how much CPU, memory, and disk space each program uses so you can spot apps that slow down your computer.
Sudden computer freezes and loud fan noises often happen when a single app hogs over 90 percent of your processor power. Checking this list helps you close those runaway programs and get your PC running smoothly again in seconds.
You view running processes in Windows 11 by opening the Task Manager . Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc, or right-click the Start button and select Task Manager . The Processes tab shows active applications and background tasks.
Using Task Manager for Granular Control
Task Manager also reveals specific program details, including the unique Process ID (PID) assigned to each active task.
Stopping a running program requires selecting the name and clicking “End Task.” Some system programs require administrator permission to close. Lacking this permission results in Windows 11 blocking the closure to prevent system instability.
Resource Monitor vs. Task Manager
Task Manager offers a quick system snapshot, but Resource Monitor provides a deep dive into resource utilization. It shows precisely which files and DLLs (Dynamic Link Libraries, or files containing code used by multiple programs) a process currently has open. Troubleshooting locked files or disks stuck at 100% usage relies heavily on this visibility.
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