Можно ли удалять windows media player

Не секрет, что Windows Media Player давно не является самым мощным и эффективным средством для воспроизведения медиафайлов. Многие пользователи применяют в качестве плееров более современные и функциональные приложения, не вспоминая о стандартных средствах Windows. Нет ничего удивительного в том, что возникает вопрос удаления Windows Media Player, но проблема заключается в том, что его нельзя удалить таким же точно способом, как любую установленную программу. Стандартный медиапроигрыватель является частью операционной системы и не может быть удален, его можно только отключить с помощью панели управления. Рассмотрим подробнее этот процесс.

Как удалить Windows Media Player

  1. Вызовите «Панель управления», например, через инструмент «Выполнить» (комбинация Win+R), в котором нужно ввести слово control
  2. Открыть панель управления для удаления Windows Media Player

  3. Используйте режим отображения «Крупные значки», затем найдите пункт «Программы и компоненты» и зайдите в него.
  4. Программы и компоненты для удаления Windows Media Player

  5. В открывшемся окне щелкните на «Включение или отключение компонентов Windows».

    Внимание! Данная функция доступна только пользователю с правами администратора!

    Подробнее: Как получить права администратора в Windows 7 и Windows 10

  6. Компоненты Виндовс для удаления Windows Media Player

  7. Находим «Компоненты для работы с мультимедиа», раскрываем список, нажав на «+», и убираем галки с «Windows Media Center» и «Проигрыватель Windows Media».
    Отключение компонента Виндовс для удаления Windows Media Player

Вот и все, стандартный медиаплеер отключен и больше не будет попадаться вам на глаза. Можно спокойно использовать любые понравившиеся программы для просмотра видео.

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Summary: This article lays out the solutions windows 10 users can adopt to uninstall or disable Windows Media Player.

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The Situation of Windows Media Player

Windows Media Player has been in Windows for years, which is the default player for all video and audio files in Windows. And you can still use it in Windows 10. However, there are various players with better functions than the player,such as VLC or Movies & TV. So Windows Media Player in Windows 10 has been eliminated by many users.

If you want to save some memory or are a fan of other players, then this article will be useful for you. We will introduce you to how to uninstall, reinstall, disable or enable Windows Media Player.

Uninstall Windows Media Player from Windows 10

Step 1. Open Windows Settings from the Start menu, or using the Win/command + I shortcut.

Step 2. In the Settings app, Navigate to Apps > Apps & features > Manage optional features.

select apps

Apps & features  data-lazy-src=

Step 3. In the list of the installed features, scroll down and click on Windows Media Player, then tap the Uninstall button appearing below.

uninstall windows media player

Now you have uninstalled Windows Media Player from Windows 10. If you change your mind, you also can restore it.

Reinstall Windows Media Player in Windows 10

Step 1. Go to Windows Settings > Apps > Apps & features page > Manage optional features page.

Step 2. Click on the Add a feature button.

add a feature

Step 3. On the resulting page, scroll down and select the Windows Media Player entry, then tap the Install button.

install windows media player

Finally, you just need to wait a few minutes for the player to be reinstalled.

Disable/ Enable Windows Media Player in Windows 10

Step 1. Open the taskbar search box. If you can’t find it, you also can open it using the Win/command + S shortcut.

Step 2. Type “appwiz.cpl” in the search box and click on Open in the right pane.

disable windows media player

Step 3. Select the Turn Windows features on or off button.

Turn Windows features on or off

Step 4. In the resulting Windows features dialog, find and deselect the Media Features checkbox, then click OK.

disable windows media player

Similarly, you can select the Media Features checkbox to enable Windows Media Player.

Now that you have learned to uninstall or disable Windows Media Player in Windows 10. Then just try it.

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If you are not using Windows Media Player or if it is not 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.

Before proceeding with any steps for uninstalling the program, go through the following preliminary checks:

  • Ensure you have administrator privileges to the computer.
  • Close Windows Media Player if running.

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)

  1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.
  2. Go to Apps, then click Optional features.
    Apps - optioinal features

  3. Under Installed features, locate Windows Media Player and click the downward arrow to open options, then click Uninstall.
    Windows Media player uninstall

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

  1. Press the Windows key, type control panel, and click Open.
    Control Panel start menu Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player

  2. Select View by as Category, then click Uninstall a program.
    Uninstall a program

  3. From the left pane, click the Turn Windows features on or off link.
    Turn Windows features on or off link Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player

  4. In the Windows features on or off window, locate Media Features.
    OptionalFeatures

  5. Expand it and remove the checkmark next to Windows Media Player and click OK.
  6. On the next prompt, click Yes to confirm the action.
  7. The changes will be applied; you will be prompted to restart your PC; click Restart now to do the same.
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3. Use Windows PowerShell

  1. Press the Windows key, type powershell, and click Run as administrator.
    Powershell 2 Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player

  2. Copy & paste the following command to disable or remove Windows Media Player and hit Enter: Disable-WindowsOptionalFeature –FeatureName "WindowsMediaPlayer" -Online
    powershell_ninstall the Windows Media Player

  3. Wait for the process to complete, then close PowerShell and reboot your computer.

4. Use the Applications folder

  1. Press Windows +R to open the Run window.
  2. Type the following command and click OK: shell:AppsFolder
  3. You will get the list of installed applications. Locate Windows Media Player.
  4. Right-click it and select Uninstall.
    list of installed applications Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player

  5. You will get to the Optional Features page on Settings.
  6. Locate Windows Media Player, click the downward arrow, and click Uninstall.
    Windows Media player uninstall

Now wait for a few minutes; Windows Media Player will disappear from the Optional features list.

5. Use the DISM command

  1. Press the Windows key, type cmd, and click Run as administrator.
    CMD elevated Completely Uninstall Windows Media Player

  2. Type the following command to uninstall the Windows Media Player app and press Enter: DISM /online /disable-feature /featurename:WindowsMediaPlayer
    cmd_uninstall the Windows Media Player app

  3. Once done, you will be notified and prompted to restart your machine.

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 the best uninstallers on the market that will do the job automatically.

Sometimes it’s necessary to uninstall Media Player if you want to remove 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.


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.

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Many nice and free media players exist in the market, but Microsoft is still pushing Windows Media Player with the latest Windows 10 build, 21H1. It has been part of the Windows operating system for a long time, and for some reason, Microsoft has not obliterated it yet. Most of us use VLC media player or opt for other beautiful media players and want to eradicate the default Windows Media Player from our PCs. This gearupwindows article will guide you to completely uninstall or remove Windows Media Player from your computer or laptop.

There are at least three ways through which you can get rid of Windows Media Player. These are the following:-

  1. Settings app
  2. Control Panel
  3. PowerShell

How to Uninstall Windows Media Player using the Settings app?

Follow these steps to uninstall Windows Media Player using the Settings app:-

Step 1. Open the Setting app by pressing the Windows logo + I keys altogether.

Step 2. Click on the Apps category.

Step 3. In the left side pane, select the Apps & features tab. On the right side pane of it, click the link Optional features.

Step 4. On the right-side pane, scroll down a bit until you locate the Windows Media Player. Click it and then select the Uninstall button.

Once you complete the above steps, Windows Media Player is uninstalled from your PC.

How to Uninstall Windows Media Player from Control Panel?

Follow these steps to uninstall or remove Windows Media Player using Control Panel:-

Step 1. Open Control Panel.

Step 2. Click on the Programs category.

Step 3. Click the link Turn Windows features on or off under the “Programs and Features” category.

Step 4. In the pop-up “Windows Features,” locate the “Media Features” and double-click on it to expand.

Step 5. Uncheck Windows Media Player. A new pop-up window will open; click Yes to continue.

Step 6. Finally, click the OK button.

After completing the above steps, Windows Media Player should not exist on your PC.

How to Uninstall Windows Media Player through Windows PowerShell?

To uninstall Windows Media Player using PowerShell, do the following:-

Step 1. Open Windows PowerShell.

Step 2. In the PowerShell prompt, copy and paste the following:-

Disable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName 'WindowsMediaPlayer'

Step 3. Hit Enter from the keyboard to execute the command.

After finishing the above steps, Windows Media Player will be completely removed from your PC.

Conclusion

In conclusion, although Windows Media Player has been a part of the Windows operating system for a long time, it may not be the best choice for everyone. Many users prefer other media players, such as VLC media player, due to their wider range of features and compatibility with different file formats. If you’re one of those users and want to remove Windows Media Player from your computer completely, this guide has provided you with three methods to do so: using the Settings app, Control Panel, or Windows PowerShell. With these steps, you can easily uninstall Windows Media Player and enjoy the media player of your choice.

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