Microsoft’s Advanced Settings: The DIY Windows 11 Experience You Didn’t Know You Needed
Microsoft has unveiled the ‘Advanced Settings’ feature at Build 2025, revolutionizing Windows 11 personalization. With options like showing file extensions and linking Git repositories, it’s a developer’s dream come true. Wave goodbye to the old ‘For Developers’ tab and say hello to more control, all accessible from Settings > System > Advanced.
Hot Take:
So, Microsoft finally decided to take Windows 11 from ‘for developers’ to ‘for everyone who likes to tinker.’ With the new ‘Advanced Settings,’ it feels like they’ve handed over the keys to the kingdom… or at least the toolbox to the tech-savvy masses. Now you can personalize your OS like a barista perfecting a latte art swan. Who knew File Explorer could be the new black?
Key Points:
- Microsoft has introduced a new ‘Advanced Settings’ feature for Windows 11, available under Settings > System > Advanced.
- The feature replaces the old ‘For Developers’ tab and offers greater customization of File Explorer and Virtual Machines.
- Users can now view file extensions, hidden/system files, and choose to run apps as a different user directly from the Start menu.
- A new File Explorer + version control section allows integration with Git repositories, enhancing convenience for developers.
- The Advanced Settings page is open-sourced on GitHub and maintained via the Windows Store.
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