How to Uninstall Programs in Windows

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to uninstall programs in Windows. The steps vary slightly depending on your version of Windows, but the process is similar.

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Method 1: Using Settings (Windows 10 & 11)

1. Open Settings
   • Press Windows key + I or click the Start menu → Settings.
2. Go to Apps
   • In Windows 10: Select Apps → Apps & features.
   • In Windows 11: Select Apps → Installed apps.
3. Find the Program
   • Scroll through the list or use the search box to locate the program.
4. Uninstall
   • Click the program → Select Uninstall.
   • Confirm any prompts that appear.

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Method 2: Using Control Panel (Works on Windows 7, 8, 10, 11)

1. Open Control Panel
   • Press Windows key + R, type control, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to Programs
   • Click Programs → Programs and Features.
3. Select the Program
   • Highlight the program you want to uninstall.
4. Uninstall
   • Click Uninstall/Change at the top.
   • Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Method 3: Using the Start Menu

1. Open the Start Menu.
2. Right-click the program you want to uninstall.
3. Select Uninstall (this will open either Settings or Control Panel depending on the program).

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Extra Notes

• Some apps are built-in Windows apps (like Microsoft Edge, Calculator, etc.). These may not be removable through normal settings.
• If a program doesn’t uninstall properly, you can use third-party tools like Revo Uninstaller to clean leftover files.
• Always double-check before uninstalling—especially with system utilities or drivers.

Uninstalling Regular Programs in Windows

Option 1: Through Settings (Windows 10 & 11)

1. Press Windows key + I to open Settings.
2. Go to Apps.
   • Windows 10 → Apps & features
   • Windows 11 → Installed apps
3. Find the program in the list (or use the search bar).
4. Click the program → Select Uninstall → Confirm.

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Option 2: Through Control Panel (All Versions)

1. Press Windows key + R, type control, and press Enter.
2. Go to Programs → Programs and Features.
3. Select the program you want to uninstall.
4. Click Uninstall/Change → Follow the on-screen steps.

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Option 3: From the Start Menu

1. Click the Start menu.
2. Find the program in the list.
3. Right-click it → Select Uninstall.
   • This will either uninstall directly or open Settings/Control Panel.