how to uninstall an application

 There are different ways to remove apps and programs, so if you can't find the one you're looking for, you can try another location. Note that some apps and programs are built into Windows and can't be uninstalled. You can try to repair a program first, if it's just not running correctly

Uninstall from the Start menu

1. Select Start  and look for the app or program in the list shown.
   

2. Press and hold (or right-click) on the app, then select Uninstall.

.Uninstall from the Settings page

1. Select Start , then select Settings  > Apps > Apps & features. Or just click the shortcut link at the bottom of this article.

2. Select the app you want to remove, and then select Uninstall.

Uninstall from the Control Panel (for programs)

1. In the search box on the taskbar, type Control Panel and select it from the results.

2. Select Programs > Programs and Features.

3. Press and hold (or right-click) on the program you want to remove and select Uninstall or Uninstall/Change. Then follow the directions on the screen.

Via third-party Uninstallers

The built-in Windows uninstallers will get the job done, but they may not get it done cleanly. Applications often proliferate their files and settings throughout your system, may place files in obscure locations, and will even populate your Registry with settings that can be difficult to track down.

Windows' uninstallers don't necessarily remove all these leftover files and settings. If you want to keep your Windows environment as clean as possible, a third-party uninstaller will do a better job of deleting an application completely.

Now, let's look at three such programs.

1. Revo Uninstaller

VS Revo Group's Revo Uninstaller can cleanly and completely remove desktop applications, Windows apps, and even browser extensions. The free version offers basic features and might be a good place to start. For $24.95, the Pro edition can remove browser extensions and delete remnants of already uninstalled programs. For $29.95, the Pro Portable version can run on multiple computers and from a USB drive.

Revo Installer can remove previously installed programs, and the interface shows you all the apps on your system to make it easy to find the ones you want to remove. The program can even help install programs, which allows it to monitor the entire installation process to more accurately remove the app in the future.

2. IObit Uninstaller

IObit Uninstaller can also get rid of desktop applications and Windows Universal apps. The free version offers basic features, such as the ability to scan for leftover fragments of an uninstalled program. For $19.99 a year, the Pro version is good for three PCs and kicks in more features, such as support for stubborn programs and browser plug-ins.

The main screen for IObit Uninstaller offers a variety of views and options. You can see all installed programs, those recently installed, large programs taking up a lot of space, and programs used infrequently. The screen also points you to Windows apps and browser plug-ins. There's even a section for software updates where you can check to see if your programs are up to date.

3. Ashampoo UnInstaller

Ashampoo UnInstaller is another utility that can cleanly remove desktop applications and Windows apps with no leftover files or settings. The product will run you $21, though you can try before you buy with a 10- or 20-day free trial.

At the main screen, you can view all installed applications, recently installed ones, large ones, and even Windows updates. You can also check a list of all Windows apps and browser plug-ins. Like Revo Uninstaller, Ashampoo UnInstaller can monitor installations to make programs easier to remove down the road.