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Desktop programs cannot be started on Windows 10 and 11, why?


Sometimes desktop programs fail to start on Windows 10/11, the question is why!




Contents:

1.) ... The best tips if desktop programs cannot be started!
2.) ... Checklist if Windows desktop programs cannot be started!



1.) The best tips if desktop programs cannot start!

Usually there is a short delay, sometimes an hourglass appears, but there is no error message, you have the feeling that the desktop program is not working! What did you do wrong is the question you ask yourself as a Windows user, is the program broken, have I caught a Trojan or a virus!

Here are the measures if desktop programs cannot be started under Windows 10 / 11!  

►►► Make a correct Windows 10 / 11 restart!
►►► Check the data medium for faulty system files!
►►► Try to start the program without virus protection and Defender!
►►► Make sure your PC is up to date!



If nothing helps: 

Contact the manufacturer of the desktop programs or the app!



Or to Microsoft Support, or for OEM Windows 11 / 10 to Dell, HP, ACER, ASUS!  


See also: ►►► Windows 10 / 11 OEM and full version, difference?



2.) Checklist if Windows desktop programs cannot be started!

 
There are various reasons why desktop programs may fail to start on Windows 10 and 11. Here are some possible causes and solutions:
 
Compatibility issues:

Some older programs may not be compatible with newer versions of Windows. Try running the program in compatibility mode. Right-click the program icon, select "Properties" and then the "Compatibility" tab. There you can select an earlier version of Windows with which the program is compatible.
 
Administrative Privileges:

The program may require administrative privileges to function properly. Try running the program as administrator. Right-click the program icon and select "Run as administrator".
 
Firewall and antivirus software:

Sometimes firewall or antivirus programs block desktop programs from starting. Check your firewall and antivirus software settings to make sure the program is not blocked.
 
Corrupted or Missing Files:

It is possible that some files of the program are corrupted or missing. Try reinstalling the program to make sure all files are present correctly.
 
System resources:

Check whether your system has enough resources to run the program. The program may require more memory or processing power than your system can currently provide.
 

If none of these steps solve the problem, it could also be that the program itself has a bug that is not directly related to the operating system. In this case, you should contact the program developer for assistance.


 






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