Windows 10: Programs not quitting, instead hiding to task manager

Discus and support Programs not quitting, instead hiding to task manager in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; when I close programs, they may not actually close, but continue to run and use my processing power, while only being viewable via the task manager.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Akysven, Mar 17, 2021.

  1. AKYSVEN
    Akysven Win User

    Programs not quitting, instead hiding to task manager


    when I close programs, they may not actually close, but continue to run and use my processing power, while only being viewable via the task manager.

    this only started happening recently, maybe a week ago.


    I've only seen this happen in games payday 2, r6s, rocket league, but they're all made by different people, so it can't be their fault.


    I use windows 10.

    :)
     
    Akysven, Mar 17, 2021
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  2. KRISHNA PRASOBH V
    Krishna Prasobh V Win User

    Unable to hide Task bar

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you are unable to hide Task bar. We will assist you to resolve the issue.

    I suggest you to try the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    a. Right click on the Task bar.

    b. Click on Properties.

    c. Put a check mark next to ‘Auto-hide’ the task bar.

    d. Click on Apply and OK.

    If the issue persists try the below steps to restart the Windows Explorer and check if that helps.

    Step 1: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys to open Task Manager

    Step 2: Click on
    More details.

    Step 3: Under the Processes tab, right-click on Windows Explorer entry and then click Restart.

    Hope the information helps. Let us know if you need further assistance. We will be happy to help.

    Thank you.
     
    Krishna Prasobh V, Mar 17, 2021
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  3. JOCELYNYBANEZ
    JocelynYbanez Win User
    Task manager

    Hi Dominik,

    My name is Jocelyn, an independent advisor and a fellow Windows 10 user like you. I'll be glad to help you today.

    To Disable Startup Program:

    In the search box on the taskbar, type msconfig and select System Configuration from the results.

    On the Services tab of System Configuration, select Hide all Microsoft services, and then select Disable all.

    On the Startup tab of System Configuration, select Open Task Manager.

    Under Startup in Task Manager, look through the list of programs that are enabled to run during startup. Right-click the program and select Disable.

    Exit Task Manager when done.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.

    Best,

    Jocelyn
     
    JocelynYbanez, Mar 17, 2021
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  4. OLDNAVYGUY
    OldNavyGuy Win User

    Programs not quitting, instead hiding to task manager

    Task Manager - Startup tab

    Actually, I like your suggestion as a first step.

    Unchecking the wrong thing in Autoruns can brick a system.
     
    OldNavyGuy, Mar 17, 2021
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