Uninstall Apps and Programs in Windows 11

Overview

Windows 11 provides several ways to uninstall applications and programs that you no longer need.

Before uninstalling software from a Cedar Crest-managed computer, confirm that the application is not required for College operations.

Important: Some applications are managed by Cedar Crest IT and cannot be removed without administrator permissions.

Method 1: Uninstall Using Settings (Recommended)

  1. Click Start > Settings.
  2. Select Apps > Installed apps.
  3. Find the application you want to remove.
  4. Click the three dots (...) next to the application.
  5. Select Uninstall.
  6. Follow the instructions displayed on your screen.

Method 2: Uninstall from the Start Menu

  1. Click Start > All apps.
  2. Find the application.
  3. Right-click the application.
  4. Select Uninstall, if available.
  5. Follow the prompts.

Method 3: Uninstall Using Control Panel

Some traditional desktop programs use Control Panel for removal.

  1. Open the Start menu and search for Control Panel.
  2. Select Programs > Programs and Features.
  3. Locate the program.
  4. Right-click it and select Uninstall or Uninstall/Change.
  5. Follow the instructions.

If an Application Cannot Be Removed

Some applications:

  • Are required components of Windows.
  • Are installed or managed by Cedar Crest IT.
  • Require administrator permissions.
  • Must be removed using a vendor-specific uninstaller.

If an application is malfunctioning, repairing or resetting it may be preferable to uninstalling it.

See Microsoft's application removal instructions.

Need Additional Assistance?

If you cannot uninstall an application, or you need software removed from a College-managed computer, submit an IT Support Request.

Include the application name and any error message displayed.

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