How to specify parameters for the executable file in a StartupTask

Question

When desktop applications set to run on startup, they usually start minimized to system tray. The common approach to implement this behavior is an special parameter for the

Answer 1

As Stefan mentioned, currently there is no native support for shortcut arguments but tools like Advanced Installer and others handle this stub (different EXE) behind the scenes, saving you some precious time.

Disclaimer: I work on the team building Advanced Installer.

Answer 2

There is no way to specify a parameter for startup task today unfortunately. It is an open work item on our backlog.

As you point out, a possible work around is to launch a different EXE that then launches your app in the desired mode.

Thanks!