How To Add Exe File To Startup Windows 11 [upd] 〈FHD〉

To add an .exe file to startup in Windows 11, the most direct method for files not already listed in settings is to place a shortcut in the Startup folder.

  1. Press the Start button, type Task Scheduler, and open it.
  2. In the right pane, click Create Basic Task.
  3. Name: Enter a name (e.g., "Launch Chrome on Startup") and click Next.
  4. Trigger: Select When I log on and click Next.
  5. Action: Select Start a program and click Next.
  6. Program/script: Click Browse and locate your .exe file.
  7. Click Next, review the summary, and click Finish.

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