In this post, you will see eight different ways to open the settings in Windows 10.
You will also see the steps to create a shortcut for the settings. Let’s get started.
How to Open Settings in Windows 10
Method #1
Open the Start menu.
Type settings and click the Settings app in the search results.
Method #2
Press the Windows and I keys simultaneously to access the Settings app.
Method #3
Use the ms-settings: command in one of the following programs to start settings:
- Run
- Task Manager (Click File > Run new task to use the command)
- Address toolbar
- File Explorer address bar
Alternatively, you can use the start ms-settings: command in one of the following programs to open settings.
Method #4
Press Windows and X keys simultaneously.
In the Power user menu, select “Settings,” which you can see between “Task Manager” and “File Explorer.”
Method #5
Click on “This PC” in the navigation pane.
Click “Open Settings” on the Computer tab that you will find on the ribbon.
Method #6
Open the Start menu.
On the left you will see the “Gear” symbol, which you will find between the “Pictures” symbol and the “Power” symbol. Click on it.
Method #7
Open the Start menu.
In the “S” section, click “Settings.”
Method #8
Open the Action Center.
Click the “All settings” button.
How to Create a Windows 10 Settings Shortcut
Follow the steps below to create a settings shortcut on your Windows 10 desktop or File Explorer.
Right-click on the empty area of the desktop or File Explorer.
Move the mouse over “New” in the context menu.
Click on “Shortcut.”
Enter ms-settings: in the “Create Shortcut” pop-up.
Click on the “Next” button.
Enter the shortcut name if you do not like the suggested one.
Click the “Finish” button.
