A small list of the Windows 11: ms-settings: commands to quickly create a shortcut on the desktop for settings!
As here in the example: ►► ... directly to the Windows 11 WiFi settings as a shortcut!
1.) ... The overview of Windows 11: ms-settings: commands for settings!
2.) ... What are the ms-settings: commands for settings good for?
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Why not if it is possible, please note that Windows 11 is still in the development status and that possibly not all will work depending on the hardware and the Windows 11 Home or Pro version!
Nevertheless, here nicely sorted alphabetically by setting!
Why not if it is possible, please note that Windows 11 is still in the development status and that possibly not all will work depending on the hardware and the Windows 11 Home or Pro version!
Nevertheless, here nicely sorted alphabetically by setting!
1.) The overview of Windows 11: ms-settings: commands for settings!
Simply run it with Windows+R or for a Windows 11 desktop shortcut:
| Command | Setting |
| ms-settings:accounts | Accouns |
| ms-settings:sync | Sync your settings |
| ms-settings:yourinfo | Your Information |
| ms-settings:connecteddevices | Connected devices |
| ms-settings:signinoptions | Login options |
| ms-settings:proximity | Proximity sensor |
| ms-settings:workplace | Workplace access |
| ms-settings:notifications | Notifications and promotions |
| ms-settings:privacy-motion | Movement data |
| ms-settings:display | screen |
| ms-settings:screenrotation | Rotate screen |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-magnifier | Magnifier |
| ms-settings:bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| ms-settings:datausage | use of data |
| ms-settings:privacy | data protection |
| ms-settings:dateandtime | Date and Time |
| ms-settings:themes | Designs |
| ms-settings:network-dialup | EDI |
| ms-settings:typing | input |
| ms-settings:batterysaver-usagedetails | Energy saving battery consumption |
| ms-settings:batterysaver | power saving mode |
| ms-settings:batterysaver-settings | Energy saving mode settings |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-closedcaptioning | Ease of use |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-otheroptions | Ease of use |
| ms-settings:network-ethernet | Ethernet |
| ms-settings:otherusers | Family and other users |
| ms-settings:colors | Colours |
| ms-settings:personalization-colors | Colours |
| ms-settings:privacy-feedback | Feedback |
| ms-settings:network-airplanemode | Flight mode |
| ms-settings:privacy-radios | Radio reception |
| ms-settings:developers | For developers |
| ms-settings:personalization-background | background |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-highcontrast | High contrast |
| ms-settings:privacy-calendar | calendar |
| ms-settings:privacy-webcam | camera |
| ms-settings:privacy-contacts | contacts |
| ms-settings:privacy-accountinfo | Account information |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-mouse | mouse |
| ms-settings:mousetouchpad | Mouse and touchpad |
| ms-settings:privacy-microphone | microphone |
| ms-settings:network-mobilehotspot | Mobile hotspot |
| ms-settings:network-cellular | Cellular |
| ms-settings:privacy-messaging | news |
| ms-settings:powersleep | Network operation and energy saving |
| ms-settings:network-directaccess | Network direct access |
| ms-settings:maps | Offline maps |
| ms-settings:optionalfeatures | Optional features |
| ms-settings:personalization | personalization |
| ms-settings:privacy-location | position |
| ms-settings:network-proxy | Proxy |
| ms-settings:regionlanguage | Region and Language |
| ms-settings:storagesense | Storage |
| ms-settings:lockscreen | Lock screen |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-narrator | Speech output |
| ms-settings:speech | Voice input / output |
| ms-settings:privacy-speechtyping | Speech recognition, freehand and input |
| ms-settings:personalization-start | begin |
| ms-settings://tabletmode/ | Tablet mode |
| ms-settings:easeofaccess-keyboard | Keyboard (screen keyboard) |
| ms-settings:network-vpn | VPN |
| ms-settings:privacy-customdevices | Other devices |
| ms-settings:network-wifi | Wi-fi |
| ms-settings:network-wifisettings | Wi-Fi settings |
| ms-settings:windowsupdate | Windows Update |
2.) What are the ms-settings: commands for settings good for?
The ms-settings: commands allow you to access various settings and configuration options in Windows by typing them directly into the Windows search bar or Run window. These commands make it easy to quickly access various system settings and options without having to navigate through multiple menus and submenus.
ms-settings:display
- Allows direct access to screen settings such as resolution, screen rotation, and multi-display settings.
ms-settings:network
- Opens the network settings, including WiFi, Ethernet, VPN and proxy settings.
ms-settings:windowsupdate
- Allows access to Windows Update settings to check, schedule, and install updates.
ms-settings:privacy
- Opens Windows' privacy settings, where you can configure privacy settings for apps, location access, camera, and more.
ms-settings:accounts
- Here you can manage your user account, change passwords, set up login options and much more.
ms-settings:personalization:
- Allows you to customize the desktop background, color schemes, and other visual elements of Windows.
ms-settings:apps:
- Displays the list of installed apps and allows you to manage app settings and uninstall apps.ms-settings:system: Opens system settings, including device information, power saving options, storage settings and more.
ms-settings:updates:
- This is an alternative way to access Windows Update settings.
These commands are useful when you need to quickly access certain settings without having to search for them in System Preferences. You can simply type it into the Windows search bar to go directly to the setting you want.
