Although processes are essential, sometimes they can cause problems, such as high processor and memory usage, or they can stop responding or misbehave, preventing you from continue using the device. If you’re experiencing issues with an app or feature on Windows 10, you can identify the name or Process Identifier (PID) to kill the process to fix the problem using Task Manager, Command Prompt, PowerShell, and Settings. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to terminate app processes on Windows 10.
How to kill process using Task Manager How to kill process using Command Prompt How to kill process using PowerShell How to kill process using Settings
How to kill process using Task Manager
To kill a Windows 10 process with Task Manager, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the process will stop running, and you can open it again to continue working with the application. End task using Details tab on Task Manager
How to kill process using Command Prompt
To kill a process with Command Prompt, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the command will terminate the problematic process, so you can continue working on your device. Tasklist command In the command, make sure to replace PROCESS-NAME with the process name and extension of the process you want to terminate. In the command, make sure to replace PID-NUMBER with the identifier number of the process you want to terminate.
How to kill process using PowerShell
To kill a process with PowerShell, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the command will terminate the process that isn’t responding or acting up on Windows 10. Get-Process command on PowerShell In the command, make sure to replace PROCESS-NAME with the name of the process you want to terminate. In the command, make sure to replace PID-NUMBER with the identifier number of the process you want to terminate.
How to kill process using Settings
If you’re having problems with a Microsoft Store app, you can also use the Settings app to terminate the process. To terminate a Microsoft Store app with Settings, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the action will terminate the app and its related processes. App settings advanced options link Windows 10 terminate app using Settings We’re focusing this guide on Windows 10, but the ability to kill a process has been around for a long time, which means that you can use these instructions (except the Settings steps) on Windows 7 as well as on Windows 8.1. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
