DevicePicker (DevicePickerUserSvc) startup type, default configuration, and information
Registry Name:
DevicePickerUserSvc
Display Name:
DevicePicker
Description:
This user service is used for managing the Miracast, DLNA, and DIAL UI.
For more information, see the Additional Information section.
Default Status:
Stopped
Default Startup Type:
Manual
Learn more about the different startup types of Windows services in Microsoft Windows.
Image Path:
C:\WINDOWS\system32\svchost.exe -k DevicesFlow
svchost.exe is a system process that hosts and manages Windows services running from DLL files rather than standalone executable files, allowing Windows to modularize and efficiently manage background tasks.
svchost.exe loads and runs Windows services, such as networking, Windows Update, audio, and many others. Multiple instances of svchost.exe can run simultaneously, each hosting different services. This helps with stability and security—if one service fails, it doesn't crash all services.
DLL File Path:
C:\WINDOWS\system32\Windows.Devices.Picker.dll
Dependencies:
The service depends on the following system components to function properly:
System components that depend on this service to function properly:
- None
Log On As:
LocalSystem
Additional Information:
The DevicePicker (DevicePickerUserSvc) service manages the Miracast, DLNA, and DIAL which are protocols that allow devices to communicate and share media over wireless or networking connections. The DevicePicker service enables the user to select a device from a list of available devices that support these protocols. For example, you can use the DevicePicker to cast your screen to a TV or a projector that supports Miracast.
The DevicePicker service is not essential and can be disabled if you do not use it.
Windows Service Startup Type:
In Microsoft Windows, Windows services can be configured with different startup types that determine how and when they are started:
- Automatic: The service starts automatically when Windows boots.
- Automatic (Delayed Start): The service starts automatically after the system has finished booting and initial services have started, helping improve startup performance.
- Manual: The service does not start automatically. It must be started by a user or another process when needed.
- Manual (Trigger Start): The service starts manually or in response to specific system events (triggers), such as device insertion or network changes.
- Disabled: The service is prevented from starting, even if required by the system or an application.