Can you begin Task Manager automatically at startup while keeping it minimized?
Can you begin Task Manager automatically at startup while keeping it minimized?
Selo_Uzumaki
10-02-2016, 04:18 AM #1To ensure the Task Manager starts automatically and minimized in Windows 10, you can create a shortcut in the Startup folder. For Windows 7, simply adding a shortcut worked well. In Windows 10, you may need to adjust the Task Scheduler settings or use system settings to achieve similar behavior. If you're unsure about the exact steps, checking reliable guides or forums can help clarify the process.
tartup = %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup or shell:common startup = %programdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup. These options work for the current user’s session.
Set up a simple shortcut and adjust settings. The quickest method to access the Startup folder in Windows 10 is via the address bar with the command: startup. You can type this path directly. Alternatively, press the Run dialog (Windows logo) + R, then type "startup" and hit Enter. The primary Startup folder for all users is managed by the common startup directory. If you need a different shortcut, try these variations: shelltartup = %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup or shell:common startup = %programdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup. These options work for the current user’s session.
TheWheatherMan
11-11-2016, 02:39 AM #8I attempted to use a registry value with quotes, but it failed. Then I tried an .exe file, though that caused another issue with minimizing the program.
Step 1: Built a shortcut to Task Manager and saved it in a folder without system restrictions (Documents).
Step 2: Set the shortcut to run with administrator privileges.
Step 3: Made a batch file that launches that shortcut.
Step 4: Created another shortcut for the batch file and placed it in your startup directory.
Step 5: I attached a picture to try and assist you.
The downsides? It takes around five seconds after booting to run the batch file, depending on your PC’s speed. The Task Manager stays in your toolbar rather than the tray notification area, so I have to switch between maximizing and minimizing to keep it visible. Still, it saves time and gives me peace of mind—like knowing my CPU usage is being tracked without having to open it manually. For me, it’s about staying connected to my system and keeping an eye on performance.
I could be a bit delayed, but I finally chose to install Win 10 this week and am someone who prefers my task manager to launch automatically on my PC. After careful thought, I came up with a solution that suits me and wanted to post it here if anyone still needs help. It’s quite a lot of effort, but what could have been as simple as adding a shortcut in your startup folder that opens Task Manager, but clearly Microsoft seems to want us to stay protected even from ourselves. Here’s how I did it:
Step 1: Built a shortcut to Task Manager and saved it in a folder without system restrictions (Documents).
Step 2: Set the shortcut to run with administrator privileges.
Step 3: Made a batch file that launches that shortcut.
Step 4: Created another shortcut for the batch file and placed it in your startup directory.
Step 5: I attached a picture to try and assist you.
The downsides? It takes around five seconds after booting to run the batch file, depending on your PC’s speed. The Task Manager stays in your toolbar rather than the tray notification area, so I have to switch between maximizing and minimizing to keep it visible. Still, it saves time and gives me peace of mind—like knowing my CPU usage is being tracked without having to open it manually. For me, it’s about staying connected to my system and keeping an eye on performance.
piganometry
11-11-2016, 08:47 AM #10This problem is a current challenge. As a Windows expert, I appreciate the tip. The fix is being shared this year/decade. It seems the usual fixes don’t apply except possibly third-party tools. It handles various rails and still functions. Thanks. P.S... The batch command looks like: start /d "D:\files\lnk" StartTM.lnk (change the path).