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:

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.
Use the Run dialog.
1. Press ⊞ Win+R.
2. Type control, control.exe, or control panel.
3. Hit ↵ Enter or press OK.
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]
Use the Settings app search.
1. Open the Settings app.
2. Type control panel and choose the matching result.
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.

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Method 3 of 4:

Method 4 of 4:

Locate the Windows icon on your keyboard, press it and press 'R' at the same time. A window will pop up.
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.