Uninstalled programs still show up

This way requires you to perform four steps and you should follow each step to fully uninstall a program. Although you have succeeded in uninstalling your app, some fragments of the file may remain in some system folders.

Thus, you need t check the program files and app data to remove them. So, you should the Registry keys. It is reported that Windows no longer makes automatic registry backups to the RegBack folder since Windows 10 version Continue reading to learn more. This is the final step. It is safe to empty the Temp folder that contains all the temporary files.

Just follow the guide:. Right now, after finishing the above four steps, you can effectively remove leftover files after uninstall. Delete the selected registry key and its values. Do not delete the entire Uninstall key. Quit Registry Editor. Done that, it would be a better option to use third-party apps to remove such apps. However, always create a System Restore point before doing anything. That said, if its an important program, and you need to uninstall often or reinstall, it would be a good idea to connect with the developer to pass on the feedback.

This process does not remove files left by the program, but only its entry. You will have to delete those files from the Programs Folder manually. Support UI. X Donate Contact us. New posts Trending Search forums. What's new. New posts New profile posts Latest activity. Current visitors New profile posts Search profile posts Billboard Trophies. Thread starter makrarom Start date Mar 6, Tags app Error uninstall.

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Mar 5, 7 0 10 0. Colif Win 10 Master Moderator. Jun 12, 50, 3, , 9, Yes, I have restarted the PC since removing. Some of the apps are years old, like the Fifa Seems around I will back up the registry and delete them, see what happens. Ok, removed apps, everything seems to be okay. You can lock the thread or how things work around here. Thanks for your help and security. You must log in or register to reply here.