Guide: How to Hide Control Panel Items in Windows

Since Windows 8, we've been reporting on Microsoft's efforts to migrate all settings and options from the old control panel to the modern settings app: since the beginning of this effort, Microsoft has released three operating systems and respective app frameworks. With Windows 11, Microsoft has been very committed to this work and has already successfully migrated numerous settings for printers and devices that share functions, settings for ene…

Guide: How to Hide Control Panel Items in Windows

Understanding how to hide specific Control Panel items in Windows 10/11 allows IT teams to maintain control, security, and consistency across devices. Whether you’re working in a corporate setting, managing public computers, or handling client systems as a Managed Service Provider (MSP), hiding specific Control Panel items ensures that unauthorized users cannot tamper with essential settings. In this guide to restricting Control Panel access, yo…