How to Disable Cortana From Windows 11

Author: Ritikaa | Guide: Windows 11 |

In this modern technology world, one of the most unique and latest features is the voice assistants that come with the devices. Apple has the voice assistant and Google Google also has its own voice assistant. Just like that Windows operating system also has its own voice assistant. Its name is Cortana. By default, it has a female voice. You can make Cortana do a lot of things like opening apps or shutting the system down among many other things. But sometimes of person may wish to disable Cortana due to some reason. A study shows that a few people find voice assistants very irritating. It is very easy to disable Cortana from Windows 11. You just have to follow a very simple process and in that way, you can disable Cortana from Windows 11.

Windows 11 gives you a lot of options to disable some default settings. Like you can also disable the Wi-Fi in Windows 11 if you wish to. Meanwhile, learn how to disable Cortana from Windows 11 in the article below in some really short and easy steps.

Uninstall Cortana Windows 11

Disable Cortana from Windows 11 in 7 Steps

Step- 1 Click on the ‘Start’ or 'Windows' button: It is very obvious that first of all you have to click on the windows option from your desktop screen. It will open the start of the menu on your screen.

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Step-2 Choose the ‘Settings’ option: if you want to change the settings then obviously you have to go to the settings app or the settings menu on your desktop. You can also do this with the help of the keyboard shortcut key 'Win+I'.

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Step 3 Click on 'Apps': As the next step, go to the Apps section from the left sidebar. It is the fifth option from the top.

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Step-4 Click on 'Apps and Features': Then, select the 'Apps & features' option present in the right pane.

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Step-5 Click on the three small dots present beside 'Cortana': From the list that appears, scroll down and locate Cortana. Now, click the three-dot menu button next to its name. These three dots are vertical dots and very small in size.

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Step-6 Click on 'Advanced options': After clicking on the three dots in the previous step, you will see three options. From those options, click on the first option named 'Advanced Options'.

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Step-7 Disable the Cortana toggle button: Under the ‘Runs at log-in’ section, disable the Cortana toggle. And you are all set.

Now, Cortana will no longer start automatically when you log in to your Windows 11 PC.

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What All Are The Features of The Cortana Voice assistant in Windows 11?

Cortana can help you manage your calendar and also make you remember your deadlines and meetings scheduled. You can also join or leave a Google meeting with just one command. It can set alarms for you. You can also access the web browser of your device with the help of Cortana. You can give it voice commands and it will open different programs and apps on your computer in just a few seconds.

Is It Possible To track the Internet Usage in Windows 11?

The latest Windows 11 comes with a feature to track your internet usage. It is a very useful feature as it helps you save time. You can also cut unnecessary internet usage. It also saves a lot of data if you analyze your internet usage carefully. We recommend you track your internet use from time to time in Windows 11. It helps you keep a check on your time and can also save your productivity.

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