Windows 11 includes a hidden feature colloquially known as ‘God Mode.’ This special folder provides advanced users and IT professionals with a centralised control panel, offering quick access to over 200 administrative tools and system settings in one convenient location.
What is God Mode?
God Mode is essentially a shortcut folder that bypasses the modern Windows Settings app, pulling together every legacy Control Panel option into a single, scrollable list. It is highly beneficial for users who prefer tweaking system configurations without navigating through multiple sub-menus.
Steps to Enable God Mode in Windows 11
Activating this feature is straightforward and requires no third-party software. Just follow these steps:
- Right-click on an empty space on your Desktop.
- Select New and then click on Folder.
- Right-click on the newly created folder and select Rename.
- Paste the following exact string into the folder name:
GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C} - Press Enter.
Once you press Enter, the folder icon will instantly change to a Control Panel icon (and the name ‘GodMode’ may disappear, leaving just the icon). Double-click this icon to access the massive list of administrative shortcuts.
Is it Safe?
Yes, enabling this folder is entirely safe. It does not alter your operating system or grant new privileges; it merely creates a shortcut to existing, built-in settings. If you no longer need it, simply delete the folder from your desktop.