The Control Panel was first introduced in 1985, included with Windows 1.0, and has served Windows users for decades. With its extensive control capabilities, the Control Panel has become an indispensable part of Windows, allowing users to manage the system, configure hardware, and set up various system options. However, after nearly 40 years, Microsoft has decided it's time to say goodbye to this tool.
In a recent blog post, Microsoft officially announced that "Control Panel is in the process of being phased out to the Settings app, which provides a more modern and streamlined experience." The company explained that while Control Panel will remain in modern versions of Windows to ensure backward compatibility, they are gradually moving all of its functionality to the Settings app.
The Settings app was first introduced in 2012 as part of Windows 8, and has since gradually replaced many functions of the Control Panel. In the latest version of Windows 11, users can change some settings through both the Control Panel and the Settings app, but in many cases, the Control Panel still offers more granular control, which many experienced users still prefer.
Microsoft discontinues Control Panel.
To move closer to its goal of completely eliminating the Control Panel, Microsoft has begun moving key options, such as Power Mode, to the Settings app. In Windows 11 Build 27686, released on the Canary Channel last week, the new Power Mode options have been integrated into Settings. However, the 'Power Options' applet in the Control Panel remains, with more advanced options that the Settings app cannot yet completely replace.
The gradual replacement of the Control Panel has long been anticipated by many users. With a plan to consolidate all settings in one place, Microsoft has been gradually moving components from the Control Panel to Settings over the years. Although Microsoft officials have hinted at removing the Control Panel, the company has only now officially confirmed it.
Microsoft is switching from Control Panel to Settings.
Microsoft has not announced a specific timeline for completely removing the Control Panel from Windows. However, given the current rate of moving remaining settings to the Settings app, users may have to say goodbye to the Control Panel in the coming months.
This change may be disappointing for many long-time Windows users, but it's a necessary step in modernizing and simplifying the user experience of this operating system.
Hung Nguyen (According to Techspot)
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