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What is AutoEndTasks & How to Turn It On or Off
AutoEndTask feature is essential to prevent PC crashes
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Updated onJanuary 3, 2024
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When shutting down your computer, have you ever encountered a window that refuses to close? This can be frustrating and is often because of the AutoEndTasks feature. Therefore, this article will focus on AutoEndTasks and how to turn it on or off.
Alternatively, you can read abouthow to fix this app is preventing shutdownon Windows 11.
What is AutoEndTasks?
Windows Autoendtask is a feature that automatically ends tasks or processes that are not closing correctly when the system is shutting down. This feature helps preventsystem crashesor data loss that may occur if unresponsive applications are allowed to continue running indefinitely.
Furthermore, AutoEndTasks sets a time limit for the application or process to shut down gracefully when the system is shutting down. If theapplication does not respondwithin the set time limit, Windows will automatically terminate it to ensure a smooth system shutdown.
The feature also helps fix theClosing 1 app and shutting downerror.
However, you can turn the feature off or on depending on your preferences. So, we will take you through the steps involved without posing any threat to your computer.
How can I turn on or off AutoEndTasks?
1. Enable and disable AutoEndTasks for all users
You can use the Registry Editor to enable and disable AutoEndTasks on Windows for all users. Further, if theWindows Registry Editing has been disabled by the administrator, do not hesitate to check out our article on it.
2. Enable and disable AutoEndTasks for current users
The above steps show how to turn off AutoEndTasks for Windows 10 & 11 for current user accounts.
In addition, it is important to learn what theWindows Registry Editor in Windows 11is and how to navigate it to prevent issues.
Further, a similar article onfixing Windows if it’s not properly shutting downon your device might interest you for more reading.
Also, do not hesitate to check our detailed guide aboutdisabling programs that still need to close alertsin Windows.
Should you have further questions or suggestions on this guide, kindly drop them in the comments section.
Henderson Jayden Harper
Windows Software Expert
Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
