Windows 10: What are these startup apps, how did they get there, and how do I view their file location?

I have 2 unknown start up apps in Task Manager, displaying as 5 and 34d81e2c-6f1f-4751-baef-9a6742e333df. Both with no publisher, enabled, and when I right click on them, I can't view their originating file location. Any information on how they got there would be great, and if someone could please explain to me how I can access the file locations of whatever created these it would be appreciated. Accessing the file location is grayed out as an option when I right click on the item.Also, tried to send a screen shot but apparently this site is questionable:

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Unkown startup app - no clear name, no file location

Hi,

It seems like there might be a suspicious or unwanted application starting up with your computer. To identify and remove this application, follow these steps:

1. Use Autoruns: Autoruns is a utility developed by Sysinternals (now part of Microsoft) that provides a comprehensive view of all the applications, services, and drivers set to run at startup. To use Autoruns, follow these steps: a. Download Autoruns from the official Microsoft website: Autoruns - Sysinternals b. Extract the downloaded ZIP file and run the Autoruns64.exe file (for 64-bit systems) or Autoruns.exe file (for 32-bit systems). c. Look for the suspicious application in the list by matching the name you found in the Task Manager's Startup Apps section. d. When you find the entry, right-click on it and choose "Jump to Entry" or "Jump to Image" to locate the associated registry entry or file location. e. You can disable the application by unchecking the box next to it in Autoruns. To delete the associated files or registry entries, make sure you first back up your data and create a system restore point in case something goes wrong.
   
2. Use Process Explorer: Process Explorer is another Sysinternals tool that provides detailed information about running processes, including the file locations and startup registry entries. To use Process Explorer, follow these steps: a. Download Process Explorer from the official Microsoft website: Process Explorer - Sysinternals b. Extract the downloaded ZIP file and run the procexp64.exe file (for 64-bit systems) or procexp.exe file (for 32-bit systems). c. Locate the suspicious application in the process list and click on it to see the details in the lower pane. d. Check the "Path" and "Command line" sections to find the file location and startup registry entry. e. To delete the associated files or registry entries, make sure you first back up your data and create a system restore point in case something goes wrong.
   

Please note that editing the registry and deleting system files can be risky, and you should only do so if you are confident in your ability to handle potential issues that may arise.

If you are unable to locate the suspicious application using Autoruns or Process Explorer, or if you are concerned about potential malware, consider running a full system scan using Windows Defender or a reputable third-party antivirus program to detect and remove any threats.

 

Startup programs not launching on startup

Replying to Brink none of that works here is why- Step 1- No items listed in startup on task manager as stated. Step 2- I dont have shell:Startup on the pc as it cannot be located Step 3- I dont understand that option also the startup folder cannot be found Step 4- No apps showing under startup on settings Step 5- Dont have access to advanced options at all for any apps Step 6- Doesn't work. Thanks for trying - - - Updated - - - @dalchina, Will try the program now and no I have no suitable restore points and also nothing that I am aware of has been updated besides for Windows Updates but nothing major. WIll respond once I try the program.

 

Where are the files for the store app located?

Hi Yehuda,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. We understand the inconvenience caused and will assist you.

I would like to inform that the apps that are downloaded from Windows Store will be located in the location:

C:\Users\Username\AppData\Local\Packages

To navigate to this location, you will have to unhide the hidden folders by following the steps provided below:

• Open File Explorer.
• Click on View and check the option for Hidden items.

Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.