Removing a program from your computer can be done in a few different ways, depending on the type of program and the operating system you are running. This guide will cover the removal of both desktop applications and Windows Store (Modern UI/Metro) applications, as well as the removal of unwanted programs from the Windows Control Panel.
Uninstalling Desktop Applications
If you want to uninstall a traditional desktop application, follow these steps:
1. Open the Start menu by pressing the Windows key on your keyboard.
2. In the search bar, type “Add or remove programs” and select the result.
3. Alternatively, you can navigate to the Control Panel and select “Programs” followed by “Programs and Features”.
4. This will open the Programs and Features window, which contains a list of all the installed applications on your computer.
5. Select the program you want to remove from the list and click “Uninstall”.
6. Depending on the application, you may have to go through an uninstallation wizard, or you may just have to confirm that you want to uninstall the program.
7. Once it is uninstalled, the program should no longer be listed in the Programs and Features window.
Uninstalling Windows Store (Modern UI/Metro) Applications
If you want to uninstall a Windows Store (Modern UI/Metro) application, follow these steps:
1. Go to the Start menu by pressing the Windows key on your keyboard.
2. Scroll down to find the app you want to uninstall.
3. Right-click on the app, then select “Uninstall” from the context menu.
4. Confirm that you want to uninstall the app.
5. The app will be removed from your computer.
Removing Unwanted Programs from the Control Panel
You may also have unwanted programs installed on your computer, some of which may not be listed in the Programs and Features window. To remove these unwanted programs, follow these steps:
1. Open the Start menu and type “Control Panel” in the search bar.
2. Select the result.
3. In the Control Panel, select “Uninstall a Program”.
4. This will open the Programs and Features window, which contains a list of all the installed applications on your computer.
5. Select the program you want to remove from the list and click “Uninstall”.
6. Depending on the application, you may have to go through an uninstallation wizard, or you may just have to confirm that you want to uninstall the program.
7. Once it is uninstalled, the program should no longer be listed in the Programs and Features window.