Windows 10 provides the Settings App
which is used to configure the operating system. Previous Windows versions like Windows XP, and Windows 7 were provided Control Panel
in order to configure Windows. The Windows 10 Settings app can be opened in different ways like Start Menu, key shortcuts, etc.
Open Settings App via Start Menu
The Windows Settings can be opened via the Start Menu. The Start Menu provides the Settings icon on the left pane which can be easily opened.
Open Settings App via Search
The Windows Settings can be also opened via the Start Menu. Just open the Start Menu and type settings
like below which lists the Settings
. Click on the listed Settings app or the Open
on the right pane.
Open Settings App via Keyboard Shortcut
The Windows Settings can be also opened by using the WIN+I
keyboard shortcut.
WIN+I
Windows Settings
Windows Settings app provides the following configuration items.
Category | Description |
---|---|
System | Contains your display, sound, notification, app, and power settings. |
Devices | Contains hardware and devices, including Bluetooth, printer, and mouse connected to your computer. |
Network & Internet | Wi-Fi, airplane mode, VPN |
Personalization | Background, lock screen, colors |
Accounts | Your accounts, email, sync, work, family. |
Time & Language | Speech, region, date. |
Ease of Access | Narrator, magnifier, high contrast |
Privacy | Location, camera, microphone |
Update & Security | Windows Update,recovery,backup |