While in Excel, I use the code below to log in a website.

I would like the Internet Explorer (IE) window to be minimized (but not
invisible) the moment it pops up.

What can I add to the code for the IE window to be minimized?

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Dim ie As Object
Set ie = CreateObject("internetexplorer.application")
With ie
.Visible = True
.navigate "https://www.xxx.com"
Do While .ReadyState < 4: Loop
With .Document.all
.lid.Value = "username"
.pwd.Value = "password"
.submit.Click
Do While ie.ReadyState < 4: Loop
End With
End With
Set ie = Nothing