Article ID : 00121968 / Last Modified : 03/29/2019Print

How to quickly access the computer Settings window.

    The Settings folder is the location in the Microsoft® Windows® 10 operating system to access, configure and/or set up the System, Devices, Network & Internet, Personalization, Accounts, Time & language, Ease of Access, Privacy, and Update & Security on the computer.

    NOTE: The Settings screen for Windows® 10 operating system should be similar to this.

    Settings_Windows10

    There are two different methods you can use to access the Settings folder:

    Method 1:

    On the taskbar, in the Search the web and Windows field, type Settings and then press the Enter key.

    Method 2:

    1. Click the Start button to open the Start Menu.
    2. On the Start Menu, click the Settings category.