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How to Set CPU Priority to Prefer Foreground Apps on Windows
Follow these easy steps to get it done on Windows
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows operating system runs variousprocesses in the backgroundwith the foreground apps. However, it doesn’t equally provide them with resources, such as memory and CPU.
If your apps are crashing or freezing, it could be because background services use too much CPU. To resolve this, it would be best if you changed the CPU priority assigned to foreground apps.
In this guide, we will talk about the different methods to setCPU priorityfor foreground apps. Let’s get started!
How can I prioritize CPU to prefer foreground apps on a Windows PC?
1. Use the Registry Editor
2. Use the Task Manager
3. Use the Control Panel
4. Use the Command Prompt
So, these are the methods you can use to set CPU priority to prefer foregroundapps on Windows7, 10, and 11. Try them and let us know which worked for you in the comments below.
More about the topics:windows 10,Windows 11,windows 7
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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