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Can I run Windows XP programs under Windows 11!


Almost all XP programs work on the new MS Windows 11 operating system and can be executed / started in compatibility mode if required!



1.) ... Run Windows 11 troubleshooter for program compatibility!
2.) ... Run Windows XP program in compatibility mode for XP!
3.) ... What should I watch out for when running XP programs on 11?
4.) ... Related topics and information about execution, programs, ... and Co.!



1.) Run Windows 11 troubleshooter for program compatibility!

If the program is not fully functional with this version of Windows 11, run the program compatibility troubleshooter. This then decides which program compatibility would be the most suitable!

1. Simply right-click on the program and the "Properties" option

2. Compatibility tab and "Run troubleshooting for program compatibility"

3. Then "Try recommended setting"

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If the program works without problems, you can leave it at that, if not then decide for yourself which compatibility mode would be more suitable! 

►  Run the program in compatibility mode under Windows 11!



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Can I run Windows XP programs under Windows 11!

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2.) Run Windows XP program in compatibility mode for XP!

1. Simply right-click the program and select  "Properties"

2. Register card  compatibility  and "program in compatibility mode for:"  activate 

3. Then, for example,  "Windows XP Service Pack 3" switch / try

4. Not Forgot the button "Apply"  

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Then start the program, if it works then everything is fine, if not then just try one of the other compatibility modes!


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Run Windows XP programs under Windows 11!

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3.) What should I watch out for when running XP programs on 11?

Some programs that were written for higher operating systems, for example Windows 8 or Windows 7, should not be executed in Windows XP SP2 / SP3. But rather in the higher compatibility mode!

Most of the desktop programs that were created for earlier versions of Windows 98, XP, ... can also be used in the current version of Windows 11, some older programs may not work at all or only work poorly! 


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Windows XP programs under Windows 11!


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4.) Related topics and information about execution, programs, ... and Co.!

Fortunately, Windows 11 is a stable system that Microsoft is developing, and there were no major changes in the core compared to Windows 10, so you can safely continue working here. The few problems with compatibility can be fixed quite quickly. At some point you should also discuss with the software manufacturer whether they can port their software to Windows 11 or at least carry out the necessary tests for this. 

Nevertheless, there are hardship cases where the manufacturer no longer exists and the necessary software is required so that it can be operated on Windows 11, so you have to use compatibility mode or work in a virtual environment under Windows 11. Here are some interesting links/tips related to this FAQ, you might find some information you didn't know, just click through and find out!


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Asked questions on this answer:
  1. I have some older XP PC applications, do they no longer work on Win 11 or is there a way I can get them to work?
  2. I have many applications developed for Windows XP, do they work properly with modern Windows 11?
  3. Can I use program compatibility mode in Windows 11, does it include compatibility settings?
  4. How to get old XP programs to work on Windows 11, or do most older Windows XP applications work on Windows 11?
  5. How do I run older XP software on Windows 11 and 10?
  6. Got Windows XP era apps and some PC games, is Windows 11 backwards compatible with the existing software?
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