Quick Guide: Accessing Advanced System Settings on Windows 10

Advanced system settings in Windows allow users to customize and control various aspects of their operating system. Here are several ways to access these settings on both Windows 10 and Windows 11:

How to Access Advanced System Settings in Windows 10?​

1. Using the Control Panel​

• Press the Windows key, type Control Panel, and click Open.
  
  
• Click View by and select Category from the drop-down.
• Now click System and Security.
  
• Click System.
  
  
  
  
• On the next page, select System.
  
• Click Advanced system settings from the left pane.
  
• On the System Properties window, go to the Advanced tab.
  
  
  

This method takes you directly to the advanced settings, where you can adjust performance options, user profiles, and startup and recovery settings.

2. Using the Search Bar​

• Click on the search bar located on your taskbar.
• Type "View advanced system properties".
• Choose the best match and click Open.
• Navigate to the Advanced tab.

Using the search bar is quick and straightforward. It directly takes you to the Advanced tab in the System Properties window.

3. Using the Run Command​

• Press Windows + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
• Type "sysdm.cpl" and press Enter.
• Once the System Properties window opens, click on the Advanced tab.

The Run command is a fast way to access system properties if you are comfortable using keyboard shortcuts.

4. Using File Explorer​

• Press Windows+ E to open File Explorer.
• Right-click on This PC and select Properties.
  
• Now click Advanced system settings.
  

This method integrates accessing system properties into your file management routine, making it convenient if you are already working within File Explorer.

5. Using the Start Button​

• Right-click on the Start button or press Windows + X.
• Choose System from the context menu.
• Click "Advanced system settings" from the left pane.

Using the Start button context menu is handy when you need a quick way to access important system settings.

6. Using the Settings App​

• Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.
• Click on "System".
• Scroll down and click About.
• Click "Advanced system settings".

The Settings app provides a modern interface for accessing various system configurations, including advanced settings.

7. Using Windows PowerShell​

• Open the search bar and type PowerShell.
• Right-click Windows PowerShell and select Run as administrator.
• Copy and paste the following command and press Enter:SystemPropertiesAdvanced
  

Using PowerShell is beneficial for script-based administration and automation tasks.

8. Using Command Prompt​

• Open the search bar and type Command Prompt.
• Right-click Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.
• Type the following command and press Enter:control sysdm.cpl
  

Command Prompt is another powerful tool for administrators, especially when working with batch files or scripts.

9. From System Directly​

• Open System by right-clicking on This PC or My Computer and selecting Properties.
• In the left menu, click Advanced system settings.

This method is perfect for users who prefer navigating through the GUI without using commands.

10. Create a Desktop Shortcut​

• Right-click on an empty space on your desktop.
• Navigate to New and click Shortcut.
• Type "SystemPropertiesAdvanced.exe" and click Next.
• Type "Advanced System Properties" and click Finish.

Now, you have a handy desktop shortcut to access advanced system settings any time you need.

Knowing these different ways to access Advanced System Settings allows you to quickly and efficiently make the necessary changes to your system's performance, user profiles, and startup options. Whether you prefer using GUI methods or command-line tools, there's a method that fits your workflow, making system management a breeze.