Folders opening on restart

I recently took my Macbook in for service. Since getting it back- every time I restart Documents, Downloads, Photos and Dropbox folders open every time. I close the folders and use my computer as normal. I shut down making sure not to have the open at restart box checked. How can I fix this?

System Preference > Personal/General
> Number of recent items
Uncheck the box for "Restore windows when quitting and re-opening apps".
Best.

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