Microsoft Teams is a widely used platform for both professional and personal communication. Nonetheless, its automatic startup with every computer boot can be a nuisance for certain users. Thankfully, there are methods available to prevent Microsoft Teams from opening automatically.
Method 1: Disable Auto-Launch in Settings
The easiest way to stop Microsoft Teams from auto-launching is by disabling it in the settings. Here’s how you can do it:
- Open Microsoft Teams and click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.
- Scroll down to the “General” section and uncheck the box next to “Automatically start the app when I log in to Windows.”
- Click on “Save” to apply the changes.
Method 2: Disable Auto-Launch in Task Manager
If you prefer not to change your settings, you can also stop Microsoft Teams from auto-launching using the Task Manager. Here’s how you can do it:
- Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc on your keyboard to open the Task Manager.
- Click on the “Startup” tab and find Microsoft Teams in the list of startup items.
- Right-click on Microsoft Teams and select “Disable.”
Conclusion
Stopping Microsoft Teams from auto-launching can save you time and make your computer start up faster. By following the methods outlined above, you can easily disable auto-launch in settings or using the Task Manager.
