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How to Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player
You can use the Optional features from Settings to do it
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Updated onAugust 14, 2024
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If you are not using Windows Media Player or if it isnot working for you, and you are looking for ways to uninstall it completely, we’ve got you covered!
We will discuss step-by-step instructions to remove Windows Media Player from your Windows computer easily.
How can I uninstall Windows Media Player?
Before proceeding with any steps for uninstalling the program, go through the following preliminary checks:
Once you are through these, follow any of the methods mentioned below to get the job done!
1. Use the Settings app (The basic way)
Wait for a couple of minutes, and Windows Media Player will be removed from the list.
2. Use the Windows features on or off window
3. Use Windows PowerShell
4. Use the Applications folder
Now wait for a few minutes; Windows Media Player will disappear from the Optional features list.
5. Use the DISM command
So, these are some easiest methods to uninstall Windows Media Player from a Windows computer completely.
If you don’t want to work too much, you may also use one of thebest uninstallerson the market that will do the job automatically.
Sometimes it’s necessary to uninstall Media Player if you want toremove the Windows Media Player context menu, but you can also achieve this without deleting the software.
Stuck somewhere? We can help! Feel free to write down your queries in the comments section below.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
