The "ms-settings" URI scheme is a powerful feature in Windows that allows users to access various settings directly through commands. This can be particularly useful for system administrators, IT professionals, and power users who need to quickly navigate to specific settings without going through multiple menus. The ms-settings commands can be executed from the Run dialog, Command Prompt, or PowerShell, making it a versatile tool in the Windows environment.

Examples:

1. Accessing Display Settings via Run Dialog:

   • Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
   • Type ms-settings:display and press Enter.
   • This command will directly open the Display settings.

2. Opening Network & Internet Settings via Command Prompt:

   • Open Command Prompt by typing cmd in the Start menu search and pressing Enter.
   • In the Command Prompt window, type start ms-settings:network and press Enter.
   • This command will open the Network & Internet settings.

3. Using PowerShell to Open Bluetooth Settings:

   • Open PowerShell by typing powershell in the Start menu search and pressing Enter.
   • In the PowerShell window, type Start-Process "ms-settings:bluetooth" and press Enter.
   • This command will open the Bluetooth settings.

4. Creating a Desktop Shortcut for System Settings:

   • Right-click on the desktop and select New > Shortcut.
   • In the location field, type ms-settings:system and click Next.
   • Name the shortcut (e.g., "System Settings") and click Finish.
   • Double-clicking this shortcut will open the System settings.

5. List of Common ms-settings URIs:

   • ms-settings:windowsupdate: Opens Windows Update settings.
   • ms-settings:privacy-location: Opens Location privacy settings.
   • ms-settings:time-language: Opens Time & Language settings.
   • ms-settings:appsfeatures: Opens Apps & features settings.
   • ms-settings:personalization-background: Opens Background personalization settings.