Windows 10: Application stays on Start Menu left side after being uninstalled

So I installed Forza Horizon 5 from Xbox Game Pass, had problems while updating the game and just decided to uninstall it. I can't redownload Forza Horizon 5 because its still on my start menu and there's no shortcut file in the Startmenu/Programs folder. When i right click on it the only options are more and uninstall which i already did. Is it going to be there forever? Do i have to reinstall windows to get rid of it?

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Application stays on start menu after uninstalling

No sadly its not there , and its not pinned on the start menu on the right side. Its on the left side with the list of apps. Is it a registry issue or can i use powershell?

 

Application stays on start menu after uninstalling

Greetings,

My name is Rhaine, I'm an Independent Advisor and community member like you.

I am also using Windows 10 pc. Let us work together to sort this out.

You can try the steps mentioned in this thread.

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

Go to this folder path

C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs

This folder is a "hidden" folder, however, you can simply copy and paste the path name above into the Windows Search box and press enter.

Look for the program(s) icons that you uninstalled and delete the remaining icons from this folder. Do not delete icons for programs that are still valid and installed.

Once you have removed the proper icons, you can then click the start menu again (it may take a second or five to refresh) now the uninstalled app icon should no longer show in the programs list.

Restart your pc for the changes to take effect.

If issue persist perform a scan to repair and replace any corrupted system files.

1. Windows Key + R

2. Type CMD right click and run as administrator.

3. Copy and paste each command below, you need to do it one at a time until

finishes scanning.

sfc /scannow

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Once you complete the steps, the Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool will connect to the Windows Update servers to download and replace any damaged files in the local image for Windows 10 as necessary.

Once done perform Clean Boot

This process will eliminate 3rd party application running in the background of your computer along with services that are not needed to run windows. If there's any conflicting 3rd party application that causes the issue on your computer, this process will stop
it.

1. Open the run box by pressing the Windows Key + R and type msconfig

2. System Configuration Utility box will open and by default you are on general tab.

3. On the General tab, click the selective startup and make sure that load system service and load startup items both have checked mark.

4. Click on services tab

5. Put a check mark on Hide All Microsoft Services > This is a very important part as if you miss to click on this, computer might not boot properly or permanently and will end up on clean installation.

6. Once Hide all Microsoft Services have checked mark on it, click on Disable All

7. Click on the Startup Tab and click open task manager. This will open another window which contains all your startup applications on the administrator account.

8. Disable all application that you're not using. You can simply just click on them and select disable.

9. Click OK, Apply and close the configuration utility

10. Restart your pc

I hope the information above helps. Please let me know how it goes.

Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.

With Warm Regards,

 

Application stays on start menu after uninstalling

Greetings ,

I appreciate your swift response, please try to download and run the free version of Revo uninstaller.

Uninstall Software, Remove programs easily - Revo Uninstaller Pro

Once downloaded , search for the application you installed to delete or uninstall any remnants or left overs of that specific application.

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any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

I hope the information above helps. Please let me know how it goes. I'll look forward for your response.

Have a wonderful day ahead and stay safe.

With Warm Regards,