No, there isn't a way to delete stock window apps directly.
No, there isn't a way to delete stock window apps directly.
Are there options to eliminate stock apps such as Windows Media Player, Mail, Internet Explorer, Photo Viewer, Multimedia Platform? I know what you’re asking, these files are locked by trusted installers. Can you find a way to increase your permissions so you can remove them more easily?
Windows Features often removes many components. I removed Windows Media Player and Internet Explorer, but not all others completely.
Sure, you can execute commands in PowerShell to perform actions like that.
Some options are available in Control Panel to add or take away Windows features. I mean "remove" when the programs stay hidden or not working properly, just like disabling apps in Android. But I advise against completely deleting built-in software unless you're sure. Using the default settings is safer, as removing them through the OS can cause issues. Unless you're working with a severely outdated version, it's best not to wipe system files. https://www.howtogeek.com/224798/how-to-...tall-them/ This method doesn't actually erase them from storage; many remain in system directories.
Learn how to remove and reinstall pre-installed applications on Windows 10 from this guide.
You are asking about deleting certain applications. Do you truly require the small file sizes? They’re minimal programs. Keep in mind: - Deleting Window Media Player or Internet Explorer could cause some of your files or games to stop working correctly without a system restore fix, which might need reinstalling the OS. These are ActiveX components that programs embed to show content, so their absence might lead to crashes or malfunctions. - Fully removing Windows Media Player might also strip away essential codecs, preventing video or music playback unless you use a player that contains all its own codecs. The safest method is to open the Program & Feature panel, uncheck Internet Explorer and Windows Media Player (or run a PowerShell command that does the same), which preserves OS codecs and ActiveX elements without affecting other software.