The ms-settings:connecteddevices URI is a protocol identifier in Windows 10 und 11 that is used to go directly to the connected devices settings.
These settings provide a central place to manage devices connected to a Windows computer, including Bluetooth devices, printers, network storage, and other external hardware components. Here is a detailed description of the availability and functionality of this URI in the various versions of Windows, along with the relevant build numbers:
1. ms-settings:connecteddevices
2. Availability under Windows
3. Other useful commands in the Windows settings
1. The Command ms-settings:connecteddevices
1. Activate the Run menu by pressing Windows R.2. Simply enter the command: ms-settings:connecteddevices
(Use the command for a desktop shortcut as well.)
3. Press [Enter] or the OK button to execute the action.
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You can now access the settings explained above in your Windows 10, 11 or 12 operating system.
In this way, the following problems and questions can be answered.
1b. In this way, the following problems and questions can be answered.
Which device can be added under "Connected devices" via the Windows Settings app?What type of connection does a headset represent that is listed under "Connecting devices" in the Windows Settings app?
Which Windows settings page allows you to manage the various printers and external storage devices connected to your computer?
What are the steps to add a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone as a connecting device using the Windows Settings app?
Which Windows setting allows users to view and manage the devices connected to the PC (including mice, keyboards, and headsets)?
How do you change Bluetooth settings in the Windows Settings app to pair a new device or remove existing devices?
What are the steps to connect a headset using the Windows Settings app?
In which area of ??the Windows Settings app can users manage and configure external storage devices such as USB flash drives or hard drives?
What type of device is usually added as a keyboard or mouse through the settings in "Connected Devices"?
How to remove a Bluetooth device from the list of connected devices in Windows Settings app settings?
2. Support in Windows 10, 11 and 12 starting with the build numbers.
Availability by Windows version
1. Windows 10:
- Windows 10 version 1809 (build 17763) and later versions support the "ms-settings:connecteddevices" URI. This release marked the introduction of the central connected devices page in Windows Settings. The URI leads directly to the "Devices" settings where users can manage their connected devices. Features include managing Bluetooth devices, adding new devices, and configuring printers and other external devices.
2. Windows 11:
- In Windows 11 version 21H2 (build 22000) and later versions, the ms-settings:connecteddevices URI is also available. Windows 11 has modernized and redesigned the user interface for managing connected devices. Settings offers a streamlined and user-friendly interface that makes it easier for users to connect, configure, and manage their devices. The URI leads to an improved connected devices area that has been adapted to the new design and features of Windows 11.
3. Windows 12:
- In Windows 12, which will be released in 2024, the "ms-settings:connecteddevices" URI is also expected to be available. The exact implementation details and the specific build number may vary depending on the state of development and the features included in the latest builds. Windows 12 is expected to offer additional improvements and new features in Connected Devices settings to make hardware integration and management even more efficient.
Description of the function
The URI "ms-settings:connecteddevices" opens the specific page in Windows Settings that deals with managing all connected devices. Its main features include:
- Manage Bluetooth devices:
Users can connect, disconnect, and manage their Bluetooth devices. This includes pairing new Bluetooth devices and removing devices that are no longer used.
- Printer and Scanner Management:
The page allows users to add, configure and manage their printers and scanners. This includes installing new printer drivers and setting printing options.
- Manage network storage and other devices:
Users can configure network storage devices and other external devices connected to their computer. This includes adding network folders and customizing connection settings.
- Device information and settings:
Settings provide information about connected devices, including connection status and configuration details. Users can also view specific device properties and options here.
Application
By entering the URI "ms-settings:connecteddevices" in the address bar of the Windows Start menu or by creating a shortcut, users can navigate directly to the connected device settings without having to go through other menus. This is especially useful for IT administrators, power users, and anyone who regularly needs to connect new devices or manage existing devices.
The direct link to the connected devices page enables efficient management and configuration of all external hardware components, contributing to a smooth and user-friendly operation of the system.