How to temporarily disable Startup applications in Windows 7 easily

If for some reasons, you need to only temporarily disable your start-up applications from starting up during boot time, you can do so easily.

Simply hold down the Shift key during the logon process.

This will prevent Windows from starting up the programs/shortcuts located in the following folders:

C\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
C\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Startup

This is especially useful if you need to troubleshoot Windows start-up issues or logon delays.

Anand aka HappyAndyK is an end-user Windows enthusiast, a Microsoft MVP in Windows Desktop Experience since 2007, and the Admin of TheWindowsClub.com & WinVistaClub.com.

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