How do I stop my laptop from opening and closing programs? I try to open and then programs close quickly.

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How do I stop my laptop from opening and closing programs? I try to open and then programs close quickly.

Emily D 0

When I try to click on programs on my HP laptop, it opens and closes programs quickly. It won't fully open and then closes. I can't run in S mode any longer because I had to install other programs and left S mode. Now, of course, I can't run in S mode. I paid for continued HP warranty service today and it doesn't start for a month! But I need help today. I ran performance checks through HP, restarted and re-booted several times. I got in task manager briefly because it wouldn't stay open. There are many programs running there. Please someone help! Thank you!

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John DeV 132.8K Independent Advisor

Hi, good day!

When was the last time it worked properly? What is your current Windows operating system and version? Press Windows key+R to open Run then type: winver

Press Enter

Please take a screenshot of the resulting window and post it in your next response. Note: Don't include any personal information as Microsoft Q&A is a public forum

Please try to Re-register and reinstall built-in apps

Press Windows key + X

Click and Run Windows PowerShell (Admin)

Copy and paste the command below then press Enter. Please ignore the red errors and let the process complete.

Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}

Restart your computer

Please try to run SFC and DISM to check for any system errors and corrupted files.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/using-system-file-checker-in-windows-10-365e0031-36b1-6031-f804-8fd86e0ef4ca

I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed.

Emily D 0 Reputation points

2025-08-11T23:51:10.8766667+00:00

Thank you so much for your quick response. I am still working on your above direction. I will fully respond when I complete the steps. Thank you!
Emily D 0 Reputation points

2025-08-12T00:14:21.2466667+00:00

Thank you so much for your quick response. These issues started 3 weeks ago when I setup a new e-commerce shop.

I completed everything in your above answer. All finally completed SFC and DISM. It seems to be running better now. It's letting me open programs and they stay open. But it would do that for me and then next hour it wouldn't keep programs open. I will try it tonight and tomorrow.

I can't thank you enough for your help and great, specific directions.

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John DeV 132.8K Independent Advisor

If the issue persists, open Settings > please try performing an In-place Upgrade. Performing this can repair broken operating system files while your personal files, settings and installed applications will not be removed.

Few things to check on the PC

Unplug all external peripherals except for the Mouse, Keyboard, and LAN cable before starting
Disable or uninstall any third-party Antivirus program to prevent it from interfering with the upgrade

Please see the complete instructions under In-Place upgrade.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/reinstall-windows-with-the-installation-media-d8369486-3e33-7d9c-dccc-859e2b022fc7

Emily D 0 Reputation points

2025-08-12T10:45:03.1+00:00

Thank you, Thank you! You have been such a great help.

I took a screenshot of this, to keep for the future. My computer is working this morning, so I hope it continues. If not, I have your guidance on how to fix it. Thank you!
John DeV 132.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor

2025-08-12T10:46:08.5666667+00:00

You're most welcome and have a great day.

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