How to Open the Control Panel
The Control Panel is a part of the Microsoft Windows software that allows users to view and manipulate basic system settings and controls such as adding hardware, adding and removing software, controlling user accounts, and changing...
Method 1 of 4:
Windows 10
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 1
Use the built-in search.- Windows 10 users can simply search control panelvia the search bar on their taskbar. If that isn't present, press the Start button and begin typing.
- Select the matching result.
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 2
Use the Run dialog.- Press ⊞ Win+R.
- Type control, control.exe, or control panel.
- Hit ↵ Enter or press OK.
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 3
Use File Explorer.- Use the address bar dropdown:
- Click the mini arrow next to the icon.
- Select Control Panel from the dropdown.
- Open the executable file:
- Type "%systemroot%system32control.exe" into the address bar.
- Hit ↵ Enter or click → at the end of the address bar.[1]
- Use the address bar dropdown:
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 4
Use the Settings app search.- Open the Settings app.
- Type control panel and choose the matching result.
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 5
Use the Start menu.- Click the Windows icon in the lower-left part of your screen.
- Go to the Apps list.
- Go to Windows System.
- Select Control Panel.
Method 2 of 4:
Windows 8.1 and 8
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Move the cursor to the bottom-right of your screen. -
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Right-click on the StartHow to Open the Control Panel Picture 8
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 9
Choose Control Panel.
Method 3 of 4:
Windows 7
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How to Open the Control Panel Picture 10
Locate the Windows icon in the bottom left corner. -
How to Open the Control Panel Picture 11
Find and click "Control panel."- You've opened the control panel!
Method 4 of 4:
Windows 'Run Box'
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Locate the Windows icon on your keyboard, press it and press 'R' at the same time. A window will pop up. -
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Type in control admintools. This will open a unique way of accessing the Control panel, and you will be able to click on shortcuts that will allow you to change settings.
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