Trigger

[HansvanLeeuwen]

What triggers malwarebytes to start a scan?

i noticed it started scanning several times, it then opens the program window and starts scanning, I would prefer it scanning less 'in your face' but also have no idea why it starts scanning all of a sudden.

[AdvancedSetup]

There are different ways to schedule it. Look at the built-in scheduler and also look at the Windows Scheduler to see how it's running.

[HansvanLeeuwen]

Thanks for the reply

I found it, apparently I thought it a good idea to start a scan after a successful update, which I set to check every hour, I unchecked it now so I should be fine

The other question is, is there a setting that keeps MB in the tray during a scan instead of opening its window?

[daledoc1]

Hello:

Until AdvancedSetup returns.....

If you open the scheduler there is an option to "perform scheduled scan silently from system account".

The attached screen shot might better illustrate this (I have it UNchecked, but you would want to CHECK this option).

You may wish to wait for AdvancedSetup or another MBAM staffer or Forum Administrator to return to answer your question, but I think this might help while you are waiting?

HTH,

daledoc1

[HansvanLeeuwen]

Thanks I'll check it and see

[daledoc1]

Okay.

Also, have you had a chance to look at the Scheduler tutorial in the FAQ? You might find some additional pointers there.

Please post back and let us know how it goes,

daledoc1