The Settings app is the modern interface that replaces the Control Panel and allows you to customize virtually any aspect of the operating system, including controlling features, changing the look and feel of the desktop, and changing system settings. However, as with any other application, it may come a time when it will not work as expected. Although Windows 11 doesn’t include an option to uninstall the Settings app, you can use the different ways to reset the app to its factory defaults to fix most common problems using the Settings app itself and PowerShell commands. This guide will teach you the steps to reset the Settings app when not working on Windows 11.
Reset Settings app on Windows 11 Reset Settings app from PowerShell Reset Settings app by re-registering inbox apps
Reset Settings app on Windows 11
To reset the Settings app on Windows 11, close the app and use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the app data will be deleted, and the app will be reinstalled with the factory default settings.
Reset Settings app from PowerShell
To reset the Settings app, close the app and use these steps: After you complete the steps, the app will reinstall, resetting it to its default settings on Windows 11.
Reset Settings app by re-registering inbox apps
To re-register all the built-in apps, including the Settings app, close all the apps, and use these steps: Once you complete the steps, all the built-in apps, including Settings, will be reinstalled, fixing any problem.
Since this last command will reinstall all the built-in apps, it’s a good idea only to use it as a last resort. All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
