When it comes to Windows programs, Sticky Notes belongs to the old but golden category. This app is a simple tool for creating quick notes that stay on your desktop. In recent versions of Windows, it can be synced between devices and computers so you can access your notes from anywhere. In this article from Butot, we will introduce you to how to run the Sticky Notes program.

How to open STICKY NOTES in Windows 10 and Windows 11

Sticky Notes is a built-in Windows operating system program that allows users to create and manage virtual Sticky Notes on their desktop. This application was first introduced in Windows Vista and has been available in recent versions of Windows including Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11.

Sticky Notes in Windows also offers some additional features such as the ability to change the color and font of the notes, as well as the ability to resize and move around the desktop. Users can also use keyboard shortcuts to create new notes, delete notes, and move between them.

Sticky Notes on Windows also has a sync feature that allows users to access their notes across multiple devices. Overall, Sticky Notes in Windows is a simple yet useful tool for keeping notes, to-do lists, and other important information on your desktop.

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How to run the STICKY NOTES program

Before you can use it, you need to know how to open it. Here’s how to run Sticky Notes in Windows 10 and Windows 11:

How to open sticky notes using search

Search is one of the fastest ways to launch Sticky Notes. In Windows 10 and 11, click or type the search box on the taskbar, type Sticky Notes and press Enter, or click or type the Sticky Notes search result. To make things easier, the app should appear at the top of your search results as soon as you type the word sticky.

Windows 11

To the right of the search results returned by Windows 10 and Windows 11, you’ll see shortcuts to use options in the Sticky Notes app, such as New Note, List of Notes, and Settings. Feel free to use them to speed up your sticky notes interaction.

How to run STICKY NOTES from the START menu

The Start menu is the place for all the Windows programs you have installed. In Windows 10, click or tap the Windows icon, then scroll down the list of programs until they start with the letter S. There you will find the sticky notes shortcut. Click or tap to launch the app.

How to run STICKY NOTES from the START menu

The Start menu is the place for all the Windows programs you have installed. In Windows 10, click or tap the Windows icon, then scroll down the list of programs until they start with the letter Stay it. There you will find the sticky notes shortcut. Click or tap to launch the app.

How to run STICKY NOTES from the START menu

In Windows 11, the process takes a little longer: Click or tap the Windows icon to open the Start menu and go to All Apps in the upper right corner. Next, scroll down the list of installed apps to apps that start with the letter S and click or tap Sticky Notes. The program opens immediately.

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Tip: If you can’t find the Sticky Notes shortcut in the Start menu, the program may not be installed on your computer. You can find it in the Microsoft Store.

3. Create a STICKY NOTES shortcut on your desktop

You can quickly create a shortcut to Sticky Notes and pin it to your desktop. If you’re using Windows 10, open the
Start the menu and find the Sticky Notes shortcut.
Then, drag it to your desktop.
Release the shortcut on the desktop when the word link is displayed next to it, as shown in the image below.
The Sticky Notes shortcut is now on your desktop and you can use it to launch the app whenever you want.

The process is the same in Windows 11. However, getting to the Sticky Notes shortcut takes a little more work: Go to Start > All Apps > Sticky Notes. Then drag the shortcut to the desktop and drop it.