Adding App To Startup Windows 11 Link

This is the "new" Windows 11 way of doing things. Microsoft has moved the startup manager from the old Task Manager tab into the main Settings app.

If the app you want isn't listed here, don't worry. You’ll need to use Method 2 or 3. adding app to startup windows 11

This method is overkill for simple apps like Spotify, but it is perfect if you need an app to run with or on a slight delay. This is the "new" Windows 11 way of doing things

This is the cleanest interface. It shows you the app name and a toggle switch—nothing more. However, it has a major limitation: it only shows apps that have specifically asked to be included in the list. If you have a portable executable (a program that doesn’t have an installer) or a specific script you want to run, it won't appear here. For average users managing standard apps (like Edge, Steam, or Zoom), this is the perfect solution. You’ll need to use Method 2 or 3