Microsoft has made it a lot easier to get rid of bloatware in Windows 11. Here’s how.
Unneeded built-in apps can be a nightmare for PC performance, especially if running a low-end PC. Previously, Windows 10 users were particularly frustrated with so many pre-installed Microsoft apps, but luckily things have taken a turn for the better on Windows 11.
Microsoft has finally taken a step in the right direction by drastically reducing bloatware applications on Windows 11. The few pre-installed apps that do remain are very easy to remove. Read on as we explain how you can safely remove bloatware applications from your Windows 11 PC.
The most common method to remove unwanted Microsoft apps is through the redesigned Settings app. The all-new Settings app in Windows 11 makes it very easy to uninstall bloatware and other third-party applications. Here’s how to remove bloatware using the Settings app on Windows 11:
You cannot uninstall some pre-installed apps such as the Microsoft Store and Cortana through the Settings app.
Another quick method to remove bloatware from your Windows 11 PC is to uninstall apps from the Start menu. Here’s how you can quickly remove pre-installed apps straight from the Start menu:
The above methods may not work for all pre-installed applications. Some apps require a more hardcore approach to be uninstalled, so we’re going to make use of Windows PowerShell. You cannot remove services and apps such as OneDrive and Cortana via the methods discussed above, but with the help of a Windows 11 debloating script, you can remove them too.
Related: What Is Windows PowerShell?
The script developed by Sycnex was initially intended to remove bloatware from Windows 10, but it also works successfully on Windows 11. In our test run, we were able to use Windows10Debloater to get rid of unnecessary packages. Still, it is not a Microsoft-recommended method for uninstalling applications and services, so proceed carefully and at your own risk.
To remove bloatware using the Sycnex script, we will use Windows PowerShell:
We recommend restarting your PC once you’ve removed everything so that the changes can take effect.
Windows 11 comes with considerably less bloatware compared to Windows 10, but there is bloatware nonetheless. Removing bloatware can free up precious storage and reduce background memory usage considerably.
Among the minimum requirements for Windows 11, Microsoft asks for at least 4GB of RAM. But is that enough? I tried it so you don’t have to.
Fahad is a writer at MakeUseOf and is currently majoring in Computer Science. As an avid tech-writer he makes sure he stays updated with the latest technology. He finds himself particularly interested in football and technology.
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