Microsoft Teams has become an essential tool for many businesses and organizations, allowing for seamless communication and collaboration among team members. However, some users may find it frustrating when Teams automatically opens on startup, slowing down their computer and interrupting their workflow. If you’re one of those users, don’t worry – there are simple steps you can take to stop Microsoft Teams from opening on startup.
Teams Settings
The first step to stopping Teams from opening on startup is to check your Teams settings. Open Teams and click on your profile picture in the top right corner. Then, select “Settings” from the drop-down menu. In the settings menu, click on “General” and toggle off the option that says “Auto-start application.” This will prevent Teams from automatically opening when you turn on your computer.
Startup Settings in Microsoft Teams
If you’re still having trouble with Teams opening on startup, you may need to adjust your startup settings within the app. In the Teams settings menu, click on “Permissions” and then select “Startup.” Here, you can toggle off the option that says “Allow Teams to start automatically when I sign in to Windows.” This will ensure that Teams does not open on startup, even if the app’s settings are changed.
Teams Integration
Another reason why Teams may be opening on startup is because it is integrated with other Microsoft apps, such as Outlook. If you use Teams for your work or school email, it may be set to open automatically when you open Outlook. To change this, open Outlook and click on “File” in the top left corner. Then, select “Options” and click on “Add-ins.” Look for the Teams add-in and click on “Go” next to it. In the pop-up window, uncheck the box next to “Microsoft Teams Meeting Add-in for Microsoft Office.” This will prevent Teams from opening when you open Outlook.
Task Manager
If none of the above solutions work, you can also use the Task Manager to stop Teams from opening on startup. Right-click on the taskbar and select “Task Manager.” In the Task Manager, click on the “Startup” tab. Look for Teams in the list of apps and right-click on it. Then, select “Disable” to prevent it from opening on startup.
Uninstall Teams
If you’re still having trouble with Teams opening on startup, you may need to uninstall the app and reinstall it. This will reset all of your settings and preferences, including the startup settings. To uninstall Teams, go to your computer’s control panel and select “Uninstall a program.” Find Teams in the list of installed programs and click on “Uninstall.” Then, go to the Microsoft Teams website and download the app again.
By following these steps, you can easily stop Microsoft Teams from opening on startup and improve your computer’s performance. Have you had any trouble with Teams opening on startup? Let us know in the comments.
