The URI "ms-settings:activation" opens the Activation page in Windows 10 und 11 Settings.
This page displays the activation status of the operating system and provides options for activation or troubleshooting activation issues. Here is a detailed description of which Windows version the URI is available from and the corresponding build number:
1. ms-settings:activation
2. Availability under Windows
3. Other useful commands in the Windows settings
1. The Command ms-settings:activation
1. Press Windows R to open the input field.2. Enter the command ms-settings:activation to continue.
(Additionally, use the command for a desktop shortcut.)
3. Click OK or press [Enter] to complete the operation.
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You now have the option to access the settings described above in your Windows 10, 11 or 12.
This can answer the following challenges and questions.
1b. This can answer the following challenges and questions.
How do I access the activation page in Windows Settings?What information does the activation page in Windows Settings display?
What can I do if I have problems activating my Windows?
How do I change the system activation settings in Windows Settings?
What options are there to resolve a failed activation attempt?
How do I check the current activation status of my Windows operating system?
What build number supports the URI to access the activation page in Windows Settings?
Can I activate my Windows over the Internet?
How do I make sure my system is properly activated and all updates are installed?
What role does the URI play in the settings for the Windows operating system?
These questions relate to the basic functions of activation and access to the relevant settings in the system.
2. Available in Windows 10, 11, 12 and the corresponding build numbers!
Availability by Windows version
1. Windows 10:
- Available from:
Windows 10 Version 1507 (Build 10240)
- Description:
In Windows 10, the URI ms-settings:activation leads to the Activation page in Windows Settings, where users can check the activation status of their system. This page contains information about the activation type (for example, Digital License or Product Key) and provides options to change the product key or troubleshoot problems.
- Features:
- Activation status:
Display of the current activation status, e.g. whether Windows is activated and with which type of license.
- Change Product Key:
Ability to enter a new product key.
- Troubleshoot:
Option to run the Activation Troubleshooter to identify and resolve common issues.
- Digital License:
Display digital license information when Windows is activated with this type of license.
2. Windows 11:
- Available from:
Windows 11 Version 21H2 (Build 22000)
- Description:
In Windows 11, the ms-settings:activation URI also leads to the Activation page, but with an updated user interface and possibly additional features or improved diagnostic options. This page allows you to easily check and manage the system's activation status.
- Features:
- Enhanced activation details:
Clearer and more detailed presentation of activation information.
- Advanced troubleshooting:
Improved tools for troubleshooting activation issues.
- Digital License and Microsoft Account:
Displays Microsoft account link and digital license information, if applicable.
- OEM and Volume License Options:
Support and display for various license types, including OEM and Volume Licenses.
3. Windows 12:
- Available from:
Windows 12 is expected to be released in 2024.
- Description:
In Windows 12, the ms-settings:activation URI is expected to continue to lead to the Activation page, with further improvements and new features to manage activation. The user interface may be modernized and features expanded.
- Expected improvements:
- Other UI improvements:
Possibly a further optimized and user-friendly interface for managing activation.
- Advanced Licensing Options:
Support for new licensing models and potentially expanded options for managing license keys and digital licenses.
- Advanced troubleshooting:
Improved tools to diagnose and troubleshoot activation issues.
- Integration with cloud services:
Possibly new features to integrate activation with cloud services or manage licensing through Microsoft accounts.
Description of the function
The URI "ms-settings:activation" opens the page in Windows Settings that is responsible for managing the activation status of the system. This page provides the following main features:
- Activation status:
- Status display:
The page shows whether Windows is activated and provides information about whether a digital license or product key is being used.
- License Type:
Displays the license type (e.g. Retail, OEM, Volume License) and whether the license is linked to the Microsoft account.
- Change the product key:
- Entering a new key:
Users can enter a new product key if they want to activate Windows with a different key. This is useful when upgrading or when purchasing a new license key.
- Troubleshooting:
- Troubleshooting:
Ability to run the troubleshooter if Windows is not activated or if you are experiencing activation issues. The troubleshooter attempts to identify and fix common problems, such as problems with the product key or connection to the activation servers.
- Digital License:
- Digital License Information:
If Windows is activated with a digital license, the page displays Digital License Information. A digital license is a method of activation that does not require a product key and ties the license information to the PC's hardware.
- Link to Microsoft account:
- Display Microsoft account information:
If Windows is linked to a Microsoft account, the page will show whether the license is linked to the Microsoft account. This can be useful for restoring the license if you change hardware or upgrade the system.
Application
To access the activation page, users can type the URI “ms-settings:activation” in the address bar of the Start menu or Run dialog. This will open the specific page in Windows Settings where users can check and manage the activation status.
Managing activation is critical to ensuring that the operating system is properly licensed and that all features are available. Activation management features help users activate their version of Windows and ensure they have a valid license.