Question: How Do I Block Access to Settings in Windows 10?
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Can you block access to settings?

To create a restricted profile, head to the Settings screen, tap Users, tap Add User, and tap Restricted Profile. You can then lock down the profile and switch between the restricted profile and main user account from the lock screen.

How do I lock down the settings app in Windows 10?

Navigate to Computer Configuration | Administrative Templates | Control Panel, and locate the Settings Page Visibility policy. Tick the radio button to Enabled, and the text box under Options will become editable.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

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