For instance, as a writer, I like having my favorite browser, my schedule, and a new LibreOffice doc open when I start my PC. The portable apps you choose to add to startup will vary based on your needs.

Restart your computer to ensure that your app starts.

You can also right-click the file, select “Properties,” and see if it has an “.exe” extension in the General tab. If you’re not sure which file is the executable, change the “View” option of the folder to “Details.” Look for “Application” under the Type column.

Right-click the executable file and select “More Options,” then choose “Send to -> Desktop (create shortcut).” If you’re using Windows 10, you’ll just see the “Send to” option.

For this example, I’m using KeePass, which is a portable password manager.

Navigate to your portable app’s executable file, but don’t open it.

(Required apps and system processes aren’t listed here.) To add your portable app to this list, do the following.

Windows keeps a list of all your startup app shortcuts in a folder. This is the simplest and most direct option.

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