Control Panel Elements for Quick Access via Win+R and Command Prompt in Windows 10 and Windows 11

In Windows 10 and Windows 11, users can quickly access various control panel elements by using the Run dialog (Win+R) or the Command Prompt. This allows for faster access to essential settings and utilities. Below are some of the most commonly used commands to launch popular elements.

How to Open the Run Dialog (Win+R)

To open the Run dialog, simply press Win + R on your keyboard. Enter the desired command in the box that appears and press Enter.

Key Commands for Accessing Control Panel Elements

System and Security

• Control Panel — opens the main Control Panel interface.
• firewall.cpl — Windows Firewall settings.
• sysdm.cpl — System Properties (including performance and remote access settings).
• powercfg.cpl — Power options.
• appwiz.cpl — Programs and Features for installing/uninstalling software.
• hdwwiz.cpl — Device Manager.

Network and Internet

• ncpa.cpl — Network connections settings.
• inetcpl.cpl — Internet options.
• netplwiz — User Accounts.

Appearance and Personalization

• desk.cpl — Display settings (resolution, orientation).
• mmsys.cpl — Sound settings.
• main.cpl — Mouse settings.

Clock and Region

• timedate.cpl — Date and time settings.
• intl.cpl — Language and regional settings.

Ease of Access

• access.cpl — Ease of Access Center.
• utilman — Utility Manager (also accessible from the login screen).

Other Useful Commands

• compmgmt.msc — Computer Management.
• services.msc — Windows Services.
• taskmgr — Task Manager.
• msinfo32 — System Information.
• msconfig — System Configuration (boot options).
• eventvwr — Event Viewer (error logs).

Using these commands in the Run dialog or Command Prompt provides quick and efficient access to Windows settings, making it especially helpful for power users and administrators.