Task Manager is a Windows utility that shows all active tasks and how much system resources they use. you may use it to start and stop processes and services, check the status of your apps, and much more.

One of the easiest methods to open this tool was to right-click on the Taskbar and select Task Manager. This option is no longer available in Windows 11. However, it doesn’t mean you don’t have other options.

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In this article, you can find all possible ways to open the Task Manager in Windows 11.

How to Open Task Manager

There are many ways to launch this tool in Windows 11. you’re able to pick one according to your preference.

Through Keyboard Hotkey

Using the keyboard hotkey is the easiest way to open the Task Manager. You need to press theCtrl + Shift + Esckeys on your keyboard for this method.

you’re able to find all your apps and features on the Start menu or the Search bar. First, open the Start Menu by pressing the Win key or clicking on the Start (Win) icon. Then, type Task Manager to search for the program and open it.

Additionally, you can right-click on Task Manager and select Pin to Start or Pin to taskbar to easily access it next time.

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From Power User Menu

You can also open Settings from the Power User or WinX menu. Here’s how you can do so:

With CLI Command

Another easy way to launch the Task Manager is using thetaskmgrcommand. you’re able to enter this command on the following CLI tools:

From the Ctrl + Alt + Del Screen

PressingCtrl + Alt + Delafter logging in to an account opens up a particular screen. There are a few options you can pick, and one of them is to open the Task Manager.

From the File Explorer

You can alsonavigate the File Explorerto the Task Manager’s location and open it. The path isC:\Windows\System32, and the file istaskmgr.exe

From Windows Tools

Windows Tools is a special folder that stores links to all administrative tools in Windows, including the Task Manager. To find Windows Tools, open the Start menu and click onAll apps>Windows Tools.

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