How to set up God Mode on Windows 11 (and use its powers effectively)

Source: ZDNet

Accessing all the settings and options in Windows 11 can be challenging, as they’re spread across a variety of categories in both the Settings app and the Control Panel. An option called God Mode eases the process by providing a gateway to all the core options on one screen.

By setting up the special God Mode folder, you can view the settings for Backup and Restore, Color Management, Devices and Printers, Ease of Access, File History, Mouse, Power Options, Programs and Features, Security and Maintenance, Speech Recognition, Troubleshooting, User Accounts, and much more.

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God Mode is especially useful for advanced Windows users and developers who like to manage and tweak all the nitty‑gritty details of Windows. It can also help anyone who wants an array of commands available in one place. Since Microsoft no longer offers a Start‑menu shortcut for Control Panel, God Mode can be a quick and easy way to access all its core features and applets.

The process for setting up God Mode is the same in Windows 10 and Windows 11; this guide focuses on Windows 11.

ZDNET key takeaways

• God Mode unlocks all Windows settings in one place.
• Setup is quick, using a simple folder‑name code.
• Customize icons to make access faster and clearer.

How to set up God Mode in Windows 11

1. Create a new folder
   Right‑click on any empty area of the desktop, choose New → Folder.

2. Rename the folder
   Rename the folder to any name you wish (the system will automatically apply the special God Mode identifier).

3. Open the God Mode window
   Double‑click the newly created folder. A window opens displaying all available settings, organized by Control Panel applet.

4. Find and launch a setting
   Browse or use the search box to locate the desired command, then double‑click it to open the corresponding settings page.

5. (Optional) Change the folder icon
   Right‑click the folder, select Properties → Change Icon, choose an icon that makes the shortcut easy to recognize, and click OK.

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