Setting up a scheduled task is an important step in ensuring that certain tasks are run on a regular schedule. This can be useful for many functions, such as running antivirus scans or backing up files. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to set up a scheduled task in Windows 10:
1. Go to the Start menu and open Task Scheduler.
2. Click “Create Basic Task” in the right pane.
3. Enter a name for the task and a description of what it will do and click “Next”.
4. Select when you want the task to start and whether it should repeat. You can also specify which day(s) of the week or month it will run. then click “Next”.
5. In the “Action” tab select “Start a program” from the dropdown list and click “Next”.
6. In the “Program/script” field, enter the full path to the program you want to run. If the program is in your path, you can simply enter its name. Otherwise, you will need to enter the full path to the program. Click “Next”.
7. Enter the arguments for the program, if needed, then click “Next”.
8. If you need to restart the task if it stops unexpectedly, select the “Conditions” tab and tick the box next to “If the running task does not end when requested, force it to stop”.
9. Click “Finish” to save the task.
You will now see the task appear in the Task Scheduler window. You can modify it at any time by right-clicking on the task and selecting “Properties”. You can also delete the task by right-clicking and selecting “Delete”.
By following these steps, you have successfully set up a scheduled task in Windows 10. If you need to set up a task on another version of Windows, the steps may vary slightly. However, the overall process is the same.