How to Force Close Apps in Windows 11

Close the app using the Settings app

1. Open the Start menu and click Settings.

 

2. In the “Windows Settings” window, select “Apps” and then choose “Installed apps.

 

3. Select the program you want to close, then choose Advanced options.

 

4. Scroll down to the ‘Terminate’ section and click the ‘Terminate’ button.

 

Close a program through Task Manager

1. On the Desktop, right-click on the Taskbar and select Task Manager.

2. Right-click on the program you want to close, then select ‘End task.’

 

To close a program using a shortcut, press ALT + F4.