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How to Make Windows 11 Start All Startup Applications Before Logging In

Introduction

Many users prefer to have certain applications start automatically when they log into Windows. This can be useful for applications that need to run in the background, such as antivirus software or cloud storage clients. However, in Windows 11, startup applications are not started until after the user has logged in. This can be a problem for applications that need to be running before the user logs in, such as remote desktop clients or applications that automate tasks.

Fortunately, there is a way to make Windows 11 start all startup applications before the user logs in. This can be done by modifying the registry. Here are the steps:

Steps

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type "regedit" and click OK.
3. Navigate to the following key:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon

4. Right-click on the "Winlogon" key and select New > Key.
5. Name the new key "Shell".
6. Right-click on the "Shell" key and select New > String Value.
7. Name the new value "UserInit".
8. Double-click on the "UserInit" value and enter the following value:

%windir%\System32\userinit.exe,ApplicationAsService

9. Click OK.
10. Close the Registry Editor.
11. Restart your computer.

After restarting your computer, all startup applications will be started before you log in. Please note that you can replace "ApplicationAsService" with the name of any application you want to start before logging in. Just make sure to include the full path to the application's executable file.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can make Windows 11 start all startup applications before the user logs in. This can be useful for applications that need to run in the background or for automating tasks.