How to Open the Control Panel

Method 1 of 4:

Windows 10

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    Use the built-in search.
    1. 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.
    2. Select the matching result.
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    Use the Run dialog.
    1. Press Win+R.
    2. Type control, control.exe, or control panel.
    3. Hit Enter or press OK.
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    Use File Explorer.
    1. Use the address bar dropdown:
      1. Click the mini arrow next to the icon.
      2. Select Control Panel from the dropdown.
    2. Open the executable file:
      1. Type "%systemroot%system32control.exe" into the address bar.
      2. Hit Enter or click at the end of the address bar.[1]
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    Use the Settings app search.
    1. Open the Settings app.
    2. Type control panel and choose the matching result.
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    Use the Start menu.
    1. Click the Windows icon in the lower-left part of your screen.
    2. Go to the Apps list.
    3. Go to Windows System.
    4. 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 Start
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    button.
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    Choose Control Panel.
Method 3 of 4:

Windows 7

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    Locate the Windows icon in the bottom left corner.
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    Find and click "Control panel."
    1. 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.
  2. How to Open the Control Panel Picture 13
    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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