Is there a "Start up" folder on a Mac?

Hi again,
Are you getting sick of me yet?

On a Windows based PC it is possible to drag operations into what is called the "Start up" folder. Things such as Firefox, Microsoft Word etc. In fact, nearly any programme on your computer. Once there it means that when your PC starts up, the programmes that you added to the Start Up folder ALSO start up. Very handy if, like me, you get up in the mornings and turn the PC on on the way past it while heading for the kitchen and that first mug of coffee. When you get back in front of the PC your favourite programmes are up and running.

Can that be done on a Mac?
I've tried Google and I'm still reading the results but no joy so far.
Cheers,
Steve

Go into System Preferences and click on Accounts. Go to the Login Items tab and click the "+" to add whatever apps you want to open when you start up.

P.S. Be sure the "padlock" at the bottom is unlocked so you can make changes.

Alternatively, right click the icon on the desktop and under Options you'll see 'Open at login'.

Sawday said:

Alternatively, right click the icon on the desktop and under Options you'll see 'Open at login'.

Click to expand...

And that's one of the great things I love about Macs. Options for performing a task.

Thanks, guys.
Much appreciated.