The Control Panel in Windows provides a convenient way to quickly access and change settings on your computer. It includes a number of different categories that allow you to adjust the settings related to the operating system, hardware, and user accounts. By default, the Control Panel is set to display each category in a list view which can be inconvenient to navigate. Fortunately, it is possible to switch it to an icon view to allow for easier browsing.
To switch from category view to icon view in the Control Panel, first open the Control Panel itself by typing its name into the search bar in the Windows taskbar. Once inside, click on the View by option at the top right corner of the window and select either Large icons or Small icons from the drop-down menu. With this done, each category will now appear as an individual icon, allowing you to quickly identify the one you need to access.
In addition to switching to an icon view, there are also some other options available for customizing the Control Panel. For instance, you can choose to sort the items by name, date modified, type, or even frequency of usage, making it easier to find the specific settings you’re looking for.
To further customize the Control Panel, click on the Options button located at the top right corner of the window. This will bring up the Control Panel options where you can adjust the number of items that appear in the view, choose to hide certain control panel items, or even add new ones.
Finally, if you wish to make any changes to the items that appear within the various categories of the Control Panel, simply locate the item you want to modify and click on it. This will bring up the corresponding options menu. Here, you can make any adjustments that you need to make and then save them by clicking on the Apply button at the bottom of the window.
By following these steps, you will be able to easily switch from category view to icon view in the Control Panel and further customize it to perfectly fit your needs.