The Control Panel has been a key feature of Windows since its early days. However, with the introduction and subsequent enhancements of the Settings app in Windows 8, 10, and 11, the need for the classic Control Panel has diminished. Recognizing this shift, Microsoft has decided to retire the Control Panel in its upcoming Windows updates.
Microsoft has announced on a support page that it will be phasing out the Control Panel in favor of the Settings app. The page states, The Control Panel is being phased out in favor of the Settings app, which provides a more modern and streamlined experience.
Microsoft also notes that while the Control Panel will be deprecated, it will not disappear entirely. It will remain available for compatibility purposes and will provide access to features that have not yet been fully migrated to the Settings app.
Microsoft hasn’t specified a date or upcoming Windows version when the Control Panel will be fully removed. However, given the company’s gradual approach to such changes, we can expect the Control Panel to remain available at least until the first quarter of 2025. It’s important to emphasize that the Control Panel is being “deprecated,” not completely removed.
In addition to Control Panel, Microsoft has recently deprecated Paint 3D and other legacy features. It wouldn’t be surprising if more outdated features are phased out as the company gears up for its next major Windows update perhaps Windows 12?
What do you think about Microsoft retiring Control Panel and other old Windows features? Are there any other features you believe should be deprecated? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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