Generate a list of all installed programs

This practical tip shows you how to generate a list of all installed programs.

Generate a list of all programs with on-board equipment

in the case of acute PC problems, often only a new installation helps. But with that all installed programs are gone. So that you do not have to remember all programs, you should create a list beforehand. The easiest way is with the "System information".

• Navigate to your installed programs in the start menu.
• Under "Accessories" you will find the "System information" in the "System programs" folder. Open this up.
• Select the "Program groups" tab in the "Software environment" category.
• Here you will find all installed programs. You can export this as a text file under "File" -> "Export".

This practical tip was tested under Windows 7. We will show you how to properly uninstall programs under Windows in the next practical tip.