Today's HN discussion on How many layers of UI inconsistencies are in Windows 11? included a thread sparked by csours on working around Windows' byzantine maze of UI elements with CPL shortcuts.
Microsoft's documentation is woefully out of date, so here's a list of those found in %SystemRoot%\System32 on a clean Windows 11 Pro 21H2 install:
| Filename | Description |
|---|---|
| appwiz.cpl | Programs and Features |
| bthprops.cpl | Bluetooth & devices → Devices |
| desk.cpl | System → Display |
| Firewall.cpl | Windows Defender Firewall |
| hdwwiz.cpl | Device Manager |
| inetcpl.cpl | Internet Properties |
| intl.cpl | Region |
| joy.cpl | Game Controllers |
| main.cpl | Mouse Properties |
| mmsys.cpl | Sound |
| ncpa.cpl | Network Connections |
| powercfg.cpl | Power Options |
| sysdm.cpl | System Properties |
| TabletPC.cpl | Tablet and Pen Settings |
| telephon.cpl | Phone and Modem |
| timedate.cpl | Date and Time |
| wscui.cpl | Security and Maintenance |
Just press Winkey+R, type the desired CPL filename, and press Enter to open.
UPDATE: As of Windows 11 version 22H2, attempting to open "Devices and Printers" through the Control Panel or by using the command control printers will now redirect users to the Settings app. To access the traditional interface, enter control /name Microsoft.Printers or shell:::{A8A91A66-3A7D-4424-8D24-04E180695C7A} in the Run dialog box.
/windows | Jan 02, 2023