Why the text editor appears?

Question

Dear all,

Whenever I started Windows, a text editor appeared. May I know how to get rid of it?

Answer 1

Hi, good day!

• When was the last time it worked properly?
• Have you made any changes to your computer recently?

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Please try the following methods below.

• Please try to scan your computer for any virus or malware.

Please try to scan your system using Microsoft Safety Scanner or the free edition of Malwarebytes.

https://www.malwarebytes.com/mwb-download/

Microsoft Safety Scanner

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/security/intelligence/safety-scanner-download?view=o365-worldwide

• Please try to check your startup folders

Press Windows key+R to open Run then type:

shell:startup

Hit Enter. If you see any text file (like .txt, .cmd, .bat, or .vbs) listed there, delete it or move it elsewhere.

• Open Task Manager

Select Startup apps

Look for any strange entries or text editors (e.g., Notepad, WordPad).

Right click it then select Disable

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

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