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-select 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.

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

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How to Open Task Manager

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

Through Keyboard Hotkey

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

you may find all your apps and features on the Start menu or the Search bar. First, access 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.

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

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

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

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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 may pick, and one of them is to access the Task Manager.

From the File Explorer

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