Optimize-Offline Guide - Windows Debloating Tool, Windows 1803, 1903, 19H2, 1909, 20H1 and LTSC 2019

Discussion in 'Windows 10' started by KedarWolf, Jul 30, 2019.

  1. ashish1989

    ashish1989 MDL Addicted

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    If I don't want to remove microsoft edge and notepad, what to do then?
     
  2. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    For the new Edge in the 'Configuration.json' do this with Notepad++.

    Code:
    "MicrosoftEdge": true,
    To keep the old Edge and Notepad, add the below lines with Notepad++ to the WhiteList files. To satisfy my PC OCD I keep them all in alphabetical order.

    'CapabilitiesWhitelist.json 'add the below. Copy and paste and don't forget the comma.

    Code:
    "Microsoft.Windows.Notepad.System~~~~0.0.1.0",
    'SystemAppXWhitelist.json' add the below.

    Code:
    "Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge",
    "Microsoft.MicrosoftEdgeDevToolsClient",
     
  3. ashish1989

    ashish1989 MDL Addicted

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    Thank you so much, will try this soon and get back to you with results
     
  4. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    Look at the post again, I edited it, it had an error.
     
  5. ashish1989

    ashish1989 MDL Addicted

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    @KedarWolf why this error is coming
    Optimize-Offline : Cannot process argument transformation on parameter 'SystemApps'. Cannot convert value
    "System.String" to type "System.Management.Automation.SwitchParameter". Boolean parameters accept only Boolean values
    and numbers, such as $True, $False, 1 or 0.
    At C:\Users\Aditya\Downloads\Compressed\Optimize-Offline-4.0.1.8\Start-Optimize.ps1:118 char:18
    + Optimize-Offline @ConfigParams
    + ~~~~~~~~~~~~~
    + CategoryInfo : InvalidData: :)) [Optimize-Offline], ParameterBindingArgumentTransformationException
    + FullyQualifiedErrorId : ParameterArgumentTransformationError,Optimize-Offline
     
  6. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    Put the code for your SystemAppXWhitelist.json here. You did see I changed that post a few back, that it had an error.
     
  7. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    For the new Edge in the 'Configuration.json' do this with Notepad++.

    Code:
    "MicrosoftEdge": true,
    To keep the old Edge and Notepad, add the below lines with Notepad++ to the WhiteList files. To satisfy my PC OCD I keep them all in alphabetical order.

    'CapabilitiesWhitelist.json 'add the below. Copy and paste and don't forget the comma.

    Code:
    "Microsoft.Windows.Notepad.System~~~~0.0.1.0",
    'SystemAppXWhitelist.json' add the below.

    Code:
    "Microsoft.MicrosoftEdge",
    "Microsoft.MicrosoftEdgeDevToolsClient",
     
  8. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    Please just use my WhiteList files and install Notepad++ which is 100 times better than Notepad and install Chrome or Firefox or something, so much better than Edge.

    It's really frustrating that I have to hold your hand every step of the way. Editing the .jsons isn't rocket science, it's just common sense.

    I don't think I can spend any more time to troubleshoot all this for you. :(

    The script works fine with my .json files, I just tested it.

    Code:
    {
      "_Info": [
        "This is a JSON based Configuration file for Optimize-Offline.",
        "Ensure proper formatting is used when editing the JSON parameter values.",
        "Boolean parameter values use true and false. String parameter values must be enclosed in double-quotes."
      ],
      "SourcePath": "D:\\1\\19044.1149.210717-0905.21H2_RELEASE_SVC_PROD3_CLIENT_X64FRE.iso",
      "WindowsApps": "WhiteList",
      "SystemApps": "WhiteList",
      "Capabilities": "WhiteList",
      "Packages": true,
      "Features": true,
      "DeveloperMode": false,
      "WindowsStore": false,
      "MicrosoftEdge": false,
      "Win32Calc": true,
      "Dedup": false,
      "DaRT": [],
      "Registry": true,
      "Additional": {
        "Setup": true,
        "Wallpaper": false,
        "SystemLogo": false,
        "LockScreen": false,
        "RegistryTemplates": true,
        "LayoutModification": true,
        "Unattend": true,
        "Drivers": true,
        "NetFx3": true
      },
      "ComponentCleanup": true,
      "ISO": "No-Prompt",
      "CompressionType": "Solid"
    }
    
     
  9. ashish1989

    ashish1989 MDL Addicted

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  11. pm67310

    pm67310 MDL Guru

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    need help unable to remove
    Microsoft.VCLibs.140.00_14.0.27323.0_x64__8wekyb3d8bbwe.Appx
     
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  12. KedarWolf

    KedarWolf MDL Addicted

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    It was removed fined with me running Windows 10, removing it from a Windows 10 ISO.

    Are you running the script while Windows 11 is your operating system by any chance?
     
  13. pm67310

    pm67310 MDL Guru

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    Removed , false visual warning ..
     
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  14. zbigniew59

    zbigniew59 MDL Senior Member

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    @KedarWolf - thank you so much - now everything works -
    Running Module : Optimize-Offline 4.0.1.8
    Optimize Start : 07/24/2021 01:01:56 PM
    Identity Name : Zbyszek
    Computer Name : ZBYSZEK-PC
    ***************************************************************************************************
    2021-07-24T13:01:56 [INFO]: Supported Image Build: [19043]
    2021-07-24T13:01:59 [INFO]: Mounting Windows 10 Education
    2021-07-24T13:02:35 [INFO]: Pre-Optimization Image Health State: [Healthy]
    2021-07-24T13:02:42 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: CortanaApp.View.App
    2021-07-24T13:02:44 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.GetHelp
    2021-07-24T13:02:47 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Getstarted
    2021-07-24T13:02:50 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Microsoft3DViewer
    2021-07-24T13:02:53 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.MicrosoftOfficeHub
    2021-07-24T13:02:55 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.MicrosoftSolitaireCollection
    2021-07-24T13:02:58 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.MicrosoftStickyNotes
    2021-07-24T13:03:01 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.MixedReality.Portal
    2021-07-24T13:03:03 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.MSPaint
    2021-07-24T13:03:06 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Office.OneNote
    2021-07-24T13:03:09 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.People
    2021-07-24T13:03:12 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.ScreenSketch
    2021-07-24T13:03:15 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.SkypeApp
    2021-07-24T13:03:17 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Wallet
    2021-07-24T13:03:20 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Windows.Photos
    2021-07-24T13:03:23 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsAlarms
    2021-07-24T13:03:26 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsCalculator
    2021-07-24T13:03:28 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsCamera
    2021-07-24T13:03:31 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: microsoft.windowscommunicationsapps
    2021-07-24T13:03:34 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsFeedbackHub
    2021-07-24T13:03:37 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsMaps
    2021-07-24T13:03:40 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.WindowsSoundRecorder
    2021-07-24T13:03:43 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.Xbox.TCUI
    2021-07-24T13:03:46 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.XboxApp
    2021-07-24T13:03:48 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.XboxGameOverlay
    2021-07-24T13:03:51 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.XboxGamingOverlay
    2021-07-24T13:03:54 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.XboxIdentityProvider
    2021-07-24T13:03:56 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.XboxSpeechToTextOverlay
    2021-07-24T13:03:59 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.YourPhone
    2021-07-24T13:04:02 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.ZuneMusic
    2021-07-24T13:04:05 [INFO]: Removing Provisioned App Package: Microsoft.ZuneVideo
    2021-07-24T13:04:14 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.AAD.BrokerPlugin
    2021-07-24T13:04:16 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.BioEnrollment
    2021-07-24T13:04:18 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.ECApp
    2021-07-24T13:04:20 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.LockApp
    2021-07-24T13:04:22 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Win32WebViewHost
    2021-07-24T13:04:24 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.AddSuggestedFoldersToLibarayDialog
    2021-07-24T13:04:26 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.CallingShellApp
    2021-07-24T13:04:28 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.FileExplorer
    2021-07-24T13:04:30 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.FilePicker
    2021-07-24T13:04:32 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.ParentalControls
    2021-07-24T13:04:34 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.PeopleExperienceHost
    2021-07-24T13:04:36 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.SecHealthUI
    2021-07-24T13:04:38 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.Windows.XGpuEjectDialog
    2021-07-24T13:04:40 [INFO]: Removing System App: Microsoft.XboxGameCallableUI
    2021-07-24T13:04:43 [INFO]: Disabling Services, Drivers and Integration Content for Removed Apps.
    2021-07-24T13:04:49 [INFO]: Removing Windows Biometric Capability Packages.
    2021-07-24T13:05:01 [INFO]: Disabling Optional Feature: Windows-Defender-Default-Definitions
    2021-07-24T13:05:04 [INFO]: Importing Custom App Associations.
    2021-07-24T13:05:07 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: App.StepsRecorder
    2021-07-24T13:05:10 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: App.Support.QuickAssist
    2021-07-24T13:05:14 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: MathRecognizer
    2021-07-24T13:05:17 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: Media.WindowsMediaPlayer
    2021-07-24T13:05:22 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: Microsoft.Windows.WordPad
    2021-07-24T13:05:25 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: OneCoreUAP.OneSync
    2021-07-24T13:05:29 [INFO]: Removing Windows Capability: OpenSSH.Client
    2021-07-24T13:05:36 [INFO]: Disabling Optional Feature: MicrosoftWindowsPowerShellV2Root
    2021-07-24T13:06:10 [INFO]: Integrating the Win32 Calculator.
    2021-07-24T13:06:13 [INFO]: Applying Optimized Registry Settings.
    2021-07-24T13:06:22 [INFO]: Applying Setup Content.
    2021-07-24T13:06:25 [INFO]: Importing Registry Template: Additional Tweaks.reg
    2021-07-24T13:06:31 [INFO]: Cannot perform a clean-up of the Component Store while there are pending installations.
    2021-07-24T13:06:31 [INFO]: Cleaning-up the Start Menu Layout.
    2021-07-24T13:06:36 [INFO]: Post-Optimization Image Health State: [Healthy]
    2021-07-24T13:06:39 [INFO]: Saving and Dismounting Windows 10 Education
    2021-07-24T13:07:49 [INFO]: Rebuilding and Exporting Windows 10 Education using Maximum compression.
    2021-07-24T13:08:07 [INFO]: Finalizing Optimizations.
    2021-07-24T13:08:07 [INFO]: Optimize-Offline completed in [6] minutes with [0] errors.
    ***************************************************************************************************
    Optimizations Finalized : 07/24/2021 01:08:07 PM
    ***************************************************************************************************
     
  15. zbigniew59

    zbigniew59 MDL Senior Member

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