Windows 10/11 desktop is slow to load

• Several users reported that their Windows 10 desktop is slow to load.
• In this article we will explore what you can do to fix this issue, so keep reading.
• For everything you'd like to know about your device, go to our Windows 10 Hub.
• If you are interested to learn more make sure to check out our  Troubleshooting section.

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Many users are reporting that their Windows 10 desktop is slow to load which is creating a lot of frustration and time wasted.

If you encounter the same issue, know that it may be as a result of viruses, damaged system files, full-disk with no space, or even conflicts between third party applications.

This article offers some quick solutions to fix the problem, as and when it arises.

How can I fix the Windows 10 desktop slow to load issue?

1. Update the Display driver

Right-click Start.

Select Device Manager and find Display Adapters.

Click on Display Adapters to expand the list of adapters.

Click Update Driver Software.

Select Search automatically for the updated driver software.

You can also check your computer manufacturer’s website and download the latest display drivers for your computer, and install the same.

Update drivers automatically

After you have uninstalled your drivers, we recommend to reinstall/update them automatically.

Downloading and installing drivers manually is a process that carries the risk of getting the wrong driver installed, which may lead to serious malfunctions of your system.

The safer and easier way to update drivers on a Windows computer is by using an automatic tool. We strongly recommend you use a dedicated tool, such as DriverFix.

DriverFix will automatically identify each device on your computer and matches it with the latest driver versions from an extensive online database.

Once installed, the program will start scanning your PC for outdated drivers automatically. It will check your installed driver versions against its cloud database of the latest versions and recommend proper updates.

All you need to do is wait for the scan to complete. Upon scan completion, you get a report on all problem drivers found on your PC.

Review the list and see if you want to update each driver individually or all at once.

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2. Boot in Safe Mode

From the Choose an option screen.

Select Troubleshoot and click on Advanced options.

3. Temporarily turn off firewalls

Sometimes having multiple firewalls, antivirus, or malware programs, may at times prevent you from performing certain tasks or run processes on your computer.

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If this is the cause of the issue, while still in Safe Mode turn either of the three off temporarily then try to log in again.

Ensure you turn these programs back on immediately after you’re done to prevent hackers, viruses, and worms from damaging your system.

4. Perform a Clean Boot

Go to the search box and type msconfig.

Find Services tab and select Hide all Microsoft services box.

Go to Startup tab and click Open Task Manager.

5. Run Windows Update troubleshooter

Click Start and in the search field box, type Troubleshooting.

Click View all in the left pane.

Select Windows Update.

6. Run DISM tool

Click Command Prompt in the search results list.

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7. Run a System File Checker scan

Select Command Prompt.

Right click and select Run as Administrator.

Type sfc/scannow and press Enter.

8. Run disk clean up

Click Start and in the search field box, type disk cleanup.

Note: this process cleans up files associated with your user profile. You can also use it to clean up files on your computer. Any infected data files may only be cleaned by completely deleting the file, meaning there’s a chance you may lose data.

9. Run System Maintenance Troubleshooter

Click Start and go to the search field box and type Troubleshooting.

Click on Troubleshooting and select System and Security.

10. Run Microsoft Safety Scanner

Microsoft Safety Scanner is a tool designed to locate and remove malware from Windows PCs. It only scans when manually triggered, then you get to use it 10 days after you download it.

However, it doesn’t replace your antimalware program. It helps remove malicious software from your Windows 10 computer that causes the problem.

Download the tool and open it and simply select the type of scan you want to run. Once the scan process is completed you can review the scan results on the screen, where you will see all malware identified on your computer.

To remove the Microsoft Safety Scanner tool, delete the msert.exe file by default.

11. Perform a System Reset

Click Start and go to Settings.

Click Update & Security.

Click Recovery on the left pane.

Note: All your personal files will be deleted and settings reset. Any apps you installed will be removed, and only pre-installed apps that came with your PC will be reinstalled.

12. Enable Fast Startup

Right-click Start and select Control Panel.

Select Hardware and Sound and click on Power Options.

Click Choose what the power buttons do link on the left side.

Click Change settings that are currently unavailable link at the top.

Did any of these solutions work for you? Let us know by leaving a comment in the section below.

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