The URI "ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter" opens a specific page in Windows 10 und 11 Settings dedicated to accessibility color filters.
This page allows users to enable and customize color filters to optimize the screen experience for people with visual impairments. Here is a detailed description of the availability and capabilities of this URI in the different versions of Windows, including build numbers:
1. ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter
2. Availability under Windows
3. Other useful commands in the Windows settings
1. The Command ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter
1. Press Windows R on your keyboard.2. Simply execute the following command: ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter
(This command can also be used as a desktop shortcut.)
3. You can complete the operation by pressing OK or by pressing [Enter].
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You now have access to the settings described in your Windows 10, 11 or 12.
In this way, the following questions and challenges can be overcome.
1b. In this way, the following questions and challenges can be overcome.
How do I change the color filters in Ease of Access in Windows 10?Where can I find the color filter options in Windows Settings?
Can you provide step-by-step instructions on how to configure color filters in Windows 10 settings?
How do I activate the color filters to adapt them for people with visual impairments?
What functions does the color filter offer in the Windows 10 settings?
Is it possible to improve the screen display for poor vision using the Ease of Access menu?
How do I change the color settings in the Accessibility area in Windows versions 1809 and later?
How do I configure the color filters in the Accessibility section to meet the needs of my family members?
What are the options for adjusting screen colors in Windows 10 to accommodate visual impairments?
These questions address enabling and customizing accessibility color filters in the context of different versions of Windows and provide clear instructional questions.
2. It is available starting with the corresponding build numbers in Windows 10, 11 and 12!
Availability by Windows version
1. Windows 10:
- Available from:
Windows 10 Version 1709 (Build 16299)
- Description:
In Windows 10, version 1709 and later, the URI "ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter" leads to the Color Filter settings page in the Ease of Access pane. This page allows users to enable and customize color filters to improve the visibility of content on the screen.
- Features:
- Enable Color Filters:
Users can enable color filters to change colors on the screen to improve visibility.
- Customizable color filters:
Choose from different color filters such as grayscale, red-green weakness and blue-yellow weakness.
- Color filter slider:
Adjusts the intensity of the color filters.
- Live Preview:
Preview color filter effects on screen before they are applied.
2. Windows 11:
- Available from:
Windows 11 Version 21H2 (Build 22000)
- Description:
In Windows 11, the URI "ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter" also leads to the color filter settings in the Accessibility pane. The page has been modernized in Windows 11 to provide a more user-friendly and accessible interface.
- Features:
- Enhanced Color Filters:
Improved selection of color filters to support a wider range of visual impairments.
- Refined User Interface:
Modernized and user-friendly interface for adjusting color filters.
- Advanced Customization Options:
More options to fine-tune color filter effects and improve visibility.
3. Windows 12:
- Available from:
Windows 12 is expected to be released in 2024.
- Description:
In Windows 12, the ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter URI is expected to continue to be available, with further improvements and new features to support color filters.
- Expected improvements:
- Additional color filters:
Potentially new color filters and customization options to support an even wider range of visual impairments.
- Optimized User Experience:
Further improvements to the user interface and customization options for an even more user-friendly experience.
- Integration of new features:
New features to improve accessibility and support user needs.
Description of the function
The URI "ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter" opens the page in Windows Settings that allows users to enable and customize color filters for accessibility. The page provides the following main features:
- Activate color filters:
- Turn on the Color Filter:
Users can enable the Color Filter feature to change the way colors appear on the screen. This can be helpful in improving visibility for people with certain visual impairments.
- Color Filter Selection:
Users can choose from various color filters including grayscale, red-green weakness, and blue-yellow weakness.
- Customizable color filters:
- Filter Options:
Various color filters are available to assist with specific visual impairments. For example, people with red-green color blindness can select the appropriate filter to better distinguish colors on the screen.
- Filter intensity:
Some versions offer the ability to adjust the intensity of the color filters to further personalize the display.
- Live Preview:
- Preview Filter Effects:
Users can preview color filter effects on the screen before applying the changes. This helps to find the best setting for individual needs.
Application
To access the color filter settings page, users can type the URI “ms-settings:easeofaccess-colorfilter” in the address bar of the Start menu or Run dialog. This will open the specific page in Windows Settings where users can enable and customize the color filters to adapt their screen appearance to their visual needs.
The color filters in Windows are especially useful for people with color vision deficiency or other visual impairments, as they help improve the visibility and readability of screen content. The ability to enable and adjust color filters contributes to accessibility and enables a more personalized use of the system.