How to configure Outlook to open when Windows starts

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To set up Outlook to open automatically when Windows 10 boots up, follow these steps:

  1. Select the Start button.
  2. Scroll down until you find Outlook.
  3. Opt-out of Outlook by selecting it.
  4. Select More, then choose Select the File Location.
  5. Take a copy of the shortcut.
  6. Navigate to the Startup folder: MicrosoftWindowsStart MenuProgramsStartupUsersmeAppDataRoaming Startup.
  7. Paste the shortcut into the Startup folder.
  8. That’s it! Outlook will now launch on startup.

To confirm that Outlook is set to open on startup, follow these additional steps:

  1. Right-click the Start button and select Windows Powershell.
  2. Copy and paste the following command into the Powershell window: the CPGCI(*Outlook*.lnk) -r -fi ([Environment]::GetFolderPath(22)).CompleteName::GetFolderPath(7) [Environment].
  3. Press Enter.
  4. Upon your subsequent login, Outlook should launch automatically.

To control startup programs in Windows 11, follow these steps:

  1. Open Settings and navigate to Apps.
  2. Select Startup on the right, followed by Apps on the left.
  3. From here, you can choose which apps to run when Windows 11 starts up.
  4. You can also modify startup programs by going to Settings in Windows 11.
  5. When you log in to your PC, you will see a list of all the launch programs. You can enable or block apps from running using the toggle buttons.
  6. Toggling an application on or off will enable or disable it from the list of apps that launch with Windows 11.
  7. You can also remove programs by flipping the toggle in the Startup applications list to the "off" position.

To launch a software automatically on startup, follow these steps:

  1. Select the Start button and scroll to find the app you want to launch.
  2. Right-click on the application and choose More, then select Open File Location. This will open the location where the app’s shortcut is stored. Note that if the Open File Location option is absent, the software cannot launch at startup.
  3. With the file location open, press the Windows Logo Key + R on your keyboard.
  4. Type SHELL:STARTUP and click OK. This will open the Startup folder.
  5. Copy the app shortcut from the file location and paste it into the Startup folder.
  6. Now, the software will launch automatically on startup.

For more information on modifying apps that launch automatically, refer to the documentation for your specific operating system.

If Outlook does not open when Windows 10 starts up, it could be due to various reasons. Some possible causes and solutions include:

  • A corrupt profile or damaged PST file: Try repairing the Outlook profile or PST file using the appropriate tools.
  • Faulty Outlook Add-ins: Disable or remove any problematic add-ins that may be causing conflicts.
  • Out-of-date Office software or Windows: Update both your Office software and Windows to the latest versions to ensure compatibility and resolve any known issues.
  • Issues with the navigation pane: Resetting the navigation pane can help fix problems with Outlook not opening.
  • Misconfigured account settings: Verify that your account settings are correctly configured in Outlook.
  • Corrupt system files: Use system repair tools to scan and repair any corrupt system files that may be affecting Outlook.

It is recommended to keep your Office and Windows apps up to date to benefit from new features, bug fixes, and improved performance. Additionally, ensure that your security settings are not blocking any necessary dialog boxes that may prevent Outlook from opening.

If none of these solutions work, you may need to seek further assistance or consult Microsoft support for more specific troubleshooting steps.