Windows 11 has been criticized for its slow boot times . Some users have reported that it can take up to 10 minutes for the computer to fully boot.
There are many factors that can contribute to Windows 11 slow startup. One of them is the number of startup applications that are set to start automatically when the operating system starts.
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1 Why is Windows 11 so slow?
2 Windows 11 is slow after update
3 Clear Autostart Uninstall startup apps
4 Uninstall unnecessary programs
5 Apps Uninstall programs from Settings
6 Turn off visual effects
7 Activate Windows energy saving mode and fast startup
8 Windows 11 starts slowly despite SSD
9 Check SSD speed
Make 10 SSDs faster with TRIM command
11 Check computer with SFC command
12 Run Windows 11 Troubleshooter
13 Reset Windows 11
14 Scan and remove viruses and malware
15 Conclusion
Why is Windows 11 so slow?
There are many possible explanations as to why your computer is starting up slowly . It could be because your drivers are out of date, there are many programs running in the background, or there is malware on your system.
You installed the update, updated your drivers and everything seems to be working as it should. But there is a small problem, the startup speed.
Another factor is the visual effects, which are enabled by default in System. These can tax the computer's resources, causing the operating system to start more slowly. Microsoft has recognized this problem and is working on a solution.
The PC starts extremely slowly and takes forever to boot up. What could be the cause? Here are some tips to improve startup speed . Please follow the steps below to make changes.
Windows 11 is slow after update
Windows 11 is slow after update because Windows automatically updated and installed a new program that is incompatible with your PC.
Microsoft provides updates at regular intervals. These updates fix bugs, increase security, and add new features.
Unfortunately, newly installed patches can cause problems and no longer work properly. Therefore it is necessary to check.
Start Settings. Starting simplest with the key combination Windows + i.

Click Windows Update on the left .

Now click on "Update history" and further on "Uninstall updates" .

All updates are listed. Now select the update you want to uninstall.

A reboot may be required.
Clear Autostart Uninstall startup apps
Windows 11 has the feature to remove apps . When you install a program, it's quickly saved in the startup folder so that it starts faster when you turn on your PC.
However, over time, more and more programs can slow down your PC and cause slow startup issues.
Check the autostart at regular intervals . The best way to do this is with the integrated MSCONFIG tool.
- Start MSCONFIG by pressing the key combination "Ctrl + Alt + Del ".
- You can type r on task manager in the search bar.
- In the opened window select Task Manager.
- In the small window, click on Autostart at the top.
Now they are which apps or services start with the computer when it boots up.

Do this with any programs you don't want them to start with.
Now they are which apps or services start with the computer when it boots up.
To get a better overview, double-click on the "Status" tab at the top to sort the entries.
Uninstall unnecessary programs
Fix slow startup when uninstalling unnecessary programs. To disable unnecessary startup programs and improve performance.
One solution is to update the operating system and remove any third-party programs that are no longer needed.
Here you can follow the steps below.
Apps Uninstall programs from Settings
The standard and most used function to uninstall the apps is through the setting.
- Press the Windows + I key combination.
- In the opened window select "Apps" on the left and then click on "Apps & features".

- You will get a list of all installed apps and programs.
- Right click on the three dots that appear next to the app's entry and select the Uninstall option.

- You will get a small message where you have to confirm the uninstallation. After clicking on "Uninstall" the app will be removed.
Turn off visual effects
Windows 11 comes with a whole new set of visual effects. If you want to disable them, do the following:
- Right-click on "This PC" on the desktop and select Turn On .
- in settings, click on 'advanced control panel' .
- In the opened window under the "Advanced" tab, click on "Settings..." under "Performance".
- Select 'Adjust for best performance'.

Activate Windows energy saving mode and fast startup
Windows has a power saving mode that can be activated to save energy. In this mode, the computer shuts down when it starts up instead of staying on. Wrong power plan settings causes problem with system startup.
To enable fast startup , do the following :
- Start the Control Panel . The easiest way is to type "Control Panel" in the Windows 10 search bar and click on the result.
- In the window that opens, click System and Security , and then click Power Options.

- On the left , click Choose what the power buttons do.

- In the "Shutdown settings" section , check the "Turn on fast startup (recommended)" "Save changes" box .

Enable fast startup (recommended)
This will start the PC faster after shutting down. The restart is not affected.
If you restart the computer at system startup, you will notice that by enabling fast startup, Windows 11 boots faster.
Windows 11 starts slowly despite SSD
With an SSD , you fix a slow start.. But Windows 11 starts slowly despite the SSD. Some users have reported that the SSD reads slowly after the upgrade . A possible reason is that the hard drive upgrade to Windows 11 is not recognized yet.
Check SSD speed
- The easiest way is to download a free tool like CrystalDiskMark to check read and write speeds
- Launch CrystalDiskMark and select SSD hard drive and run the test. Data access and write commands are simulated and the exact speed is determined.
- As soon as the result is displayed, you can see the exact value under Reas (MB/s) and Write.
- If this value is significantly smaller than the value specified by the manufacturer of the hard disk , you should do something about it.

You can test the hard disk speed under Windows 11 with your own tools
Make SSDs faster with TRIM command
One way to ensure your SSD stays fast is to use the TRIM command. This command prevents your SSD from slowing down over time. If your SSD feels slow, you can check if the TRIM command is enabled.
- Type cmd in the search bar at the bottom left and select " Run as administrator" at the prompt
- Type fsutil behavior query DisableDeleteNotify and press Enter .
- If you get 0, close the Command Prompt window. eg
NTFS DisableDeleteNotify = 0 (TRIM operations are allowed to be sent to storage devices)
ReFS DisableDeleteNotify = 0 (TRIM operations are allowed to be sent to storage devices)
- If you get 1 , please type fsutil behavior set DisableDeleteNotify 0 and then press Enter key..

Check computer with SFC command
If you are using a Windows 11, you can use the SFC command to check the system files for corruption.
- Type the key combination Windows + X and select Windows PowerShell (Administrator) .
- Enter the command sfc /scannow .
- Now when you press the Enter key , the corrupted system files will be scanned and an attempt will be made to repair them.
Run Windows 11 troubleshooter
Microsoft automatically fixes certain critical issues on your device to keep it running smoothly. Where available, we display additional recommendations below that could improve the user experience. If you run a recommended troubleshooter and the problem returns, we'll automatically try to fix it again .
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Open Windows Settings . Fastest if you use the Windows + I key combination
Click Troubleshoot and then click Other Troubleshooters
- Select "Camera" here and follow the instructions.

Zoom camera not working
Reset Windows 11
- Luckily, Windows 11 offers the option to reset the operating system, all of your files won't happen. But keep in mind that the installed programs will be removed.
Start the Windows 11 settings with the key combination “ Windows +i ”. In the opened window click on “Recovery”. Here you will find the option "Reset this PC" where you click on "Reset PC"

- Now a message appears with the two options.
Keep my files
Removes apps and settings but keeps personal files.
Remove everything
Removes all personal files, apps and settings.
Choose the first option
Other tips:
- Ensure enough disk space for better performance.
- Check if the operating system can update to the latest version .
- Applications installed only from trusted sources . (manufacturer )
- Build powerful PC components.
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Scan and remove viruses and malware
Scan and clean viruses and malware from your PC with an antivirus program. You can also use Windows Defender .
Start Settings. The best way is to use the key combination Windows + I
Click on Privacy & Security > Virus & Threat Protection > Windows Security.
now click on “ Virus & Threat Protection” and choose “ Quick Search ”
Conclusion
With the tips shown above, you can fix a slow start. Once you have followed all the steps, check if the problem is resolved.