Uninstalling apps in Windows 11 is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it using different methods:
✅ Method 1: Using the Start Menu
- Click on the Start button (Windows icon) or press the Windows key.
- In the app list, find the app you want to uninstall.
- Right-click the app and select Uninstall.
- Confirm when prompted by clicking Uninstall again.
⚠️ Note: Some built-in apps may not have an “Uninstall” option this way.
✅ Method 2: Using Settings App
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Go to Apps > Installed apps.
- Scroll through the list and click the three dots (⋯) next to the app you want to remove.
- Select Uninstall.
- Confirm the action if prompted.
✅ Method 3: Using Control Panel (Classic Way)
- Press Windows + S, type
Control Panel, and open it. - Go to Programs > Programs and Features.
- Find the program in the list, click it, then click Uninstall at the top.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
This method works best for traditional desktop applications installed via setup files.
✅ Method 4: Using PowerShell (for Advanced Users)
Some built-in apps can be removed using PowerShell.
- Open PowerShell as Administrator:
- Press Windows + S, type
PowerShell, right-click and choose Run as administrator.
- Type the following command to list installed apps:
Get-AppxPackage | Select Name, PackageFullName- To uninstall a specific app, use:
Remove-AppxPackage PackageFullNameReplace PackageFullName with the full name of the package you want to remove.
⚠️ Be careful — removing some system packages may affect system functionality.
🧹 Bonus Tip: Remove Built-in Apps for All Users
If you want to remove an app for all users on the device (especially useful in multi-user environments), use:
Remove-AppxPackage -Package PackageFullName -AllUsers❓Need Help Finding the Right Command?
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