Computer Tips

1.
Use the Power User Menu

The easiest and most convenient way to access the Computer Management
tool is through the so-called Power User menu.
1. Right-click on the Start menu and select “Computer Management”

from the available options.
2. Alternatively, you can use the Windows + X keyboard shortcut and
then press G to open the Computer Management tool directly.
3. From here you can view information about your computer’s
performance, manage user accounts, configure system settings, and
do more.
2. Via the Windows Search Bar

Windows Search provides instant access to data on your computer. You can
search for files by their name, or by keywords that describe the contents of
the file. If you want to access the Computer Management tool using
Windows Search, do the following:
1. Press Windows + S on your keyboard.

2. In the search bar, type “Computer Management” and select the top
result.
Tip: if you’re experiencing issues with the search bar not working in

Windows, try any of these fixes.
3. Using the Run Command

The Run command is a tool that allows you to launch programs, files, and
folders on your computer. You can also use it to access settings in the
Control Panel or to go to Computer Management.
1. Press Windows + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog, then
type in the name of the program, file, or folder you want to open.
2. Type the command compmgmt.msc in the Run box. Once you hit Enter ,
the program will launch.
4. Run the Command Prompt
If you prefer not to use the graphic interface or you want more control over
your Windows computer, you can use the Command Prompt to access
files on your computer. Similarly, you can open Computer Management
Tool with a simple command.
1. Open the Run command dialog box by pressing Windows + R .

2. Type cmd in the text box and hit Enter to execute it.
3. If the UAC (User Account Control) dialog appears on the screen, click
the “Yes” button to continue.
4. Once you open the Command Prompt, type in compmgmt.msc and
press Enter .
5. Use the Start Menu
Another alternative for opening Computer Management is to use the Start
Menu.
1. Click the Start Menu or press the Windows key on your keyboard.
2. On the pop-up window that appears, go to the top-right corner and
select the “All apps” option.
3. Scroll to the bottom of the next screen and select “Windows Tools” to
open a menu of shortcuts to various tools. (In Windows 10, just scroll
until you find “Windows Administrative Tools” and click on the folder.
4. Double-click on “Computer Management” to open the tool.
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6. Through the Control Panel

Control Panel is a system applet in Windows that provides access to
different Windows programs, tools, and settings. You can use it to open the
Computer Management tool.
1. Click on the Start menu and type “Control Panel” in the search box.
2. Select the top result to open Control Panel. You can also launch the
Control Panel using the control command in the Run dialog box
( Windows + R ).
3. Once the Control Panel window is launched, choose “Large icons”
from the “View by” drop-down menu.
4. Select “Windows Tools” from the available menu items. In Windows

10, select “Administrative Tools.”
5. Double-click “Computer Management” in the list of options. It will
now open in a new window.
7. Use the Task Manager
Another way to quickly access the Computer Management tool on your
computer is through the Task Manager.
1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard to open Task Manager.
(You have multiple ways to access Task Manager too!)
2. Once Task Manager is open, make sure you’re on the “Processes” tab.
3. Click “Run new task” from the top bar or go to “File -> Run new task.”
4. Type compmgmt.msc in the text box and hit Enter . Computer
Management should open for you.
8. Through File Explorer

If you’re looking to open the Computer Management tool through File
Explorer, there are just a few steps you need to follow.
1. Open File Explorer using the Windows + E keyboard shortcut.

2. Locate “This PC” on the left-hand side, then right-click on it and
select “Show more options” from the context menu.
3. Click “Manage” from the menu. The Computer Management tool will
now open in a new window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I create a desktop shortcut for Computer Management?
1. Right-click on an empty space on your desktop and select “New -> Shortcut.”
2. In the “Create Shortcut” window that appears, enter %windir%\system32\
compmgmt.msc in the “Type the location of the item” field and click “Next.”
3. Enter a name for the shortcut in the “Type a name for this shortcut” field and click
“Finish.”
4. The newly created shortcut will appear on the desktop allowing you easy access to the
tool whenever you want.

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Use the Power User Menu

1. Right-click on the Start menu and select “Computer Management”

2. Via the Windows Search Bar

1. Press Windows + S on your keyboard.

Tip: if you’re experiencing issues with the search bar not working in

3. Using the Run Command

1. Open the Run command dialog box by pressing Windows + R .

6. Through the Control Panel

4. Select “Windows Tools” from the available menu items. In Windows

8. Through File Explorer

1. Open File Explorer using the Windows + E keyboard shortcut.

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