Open Group Policy Editor in Windows 11/10
These are the methods you can use to open the Group Policy Editor on Windows systems: Before you begin, you should know that the Group Policy Editor is available in Windows 11/10 Pro, Windows 11/10 Enterprise, and Windows 11/10 Education editions only, and not in Windows 11/10 Home. See this post if Windows cannot find GPEDIT.MSC. If you are using Windows 11/10 Home edition, you need to add the Local Group Policy Editor to your computer.
1] Windows Search
Read: How to search Group Policy for specific GPO in Windows 11/10.
2] Create a Desktop Shortcut
If you use it often, it is best to create a shortcut on the desktop and even assign a hotkey. You can also assign a hotkey to it, and you can start it using a keyboard combination.
3] Using Command Prompt or Power Shell
If you are a power user who uses Command Prompt or the Power Shell, here is a nifty solution for you.
Make the WinX Menu show PowerShell instead of Command Prompt. Then open Win+X and select Windows Power Shell (Admin). Or you could search for CMD and choose to launch it with admin privileges. Type “gpedit” and it will open the GPE in a few seconds.
4] Using Run Prompt
Probably the easiest method, and also the most common one.
Open the Run prompt (WIN+R)Type gpedit.msc, and hit EnterYou may get prompted with the UAC promptChoose yes, and it will launch the Group Policy Editor
5] Via Control Panel
Open the search bar, and then type controlIt will reveal the Control Panel. Click or tap to start itIn the search box on the top right, type “group.”Look for Administrative Tools > Edit group policyClick to launch it
It is useful for those who use the Control Panel for almost everything to manage the computer.
6] Via Settings
Open Windows SettingsType Group Policy and GPE should be availableClick on the result, and it will start the editor.
Which method to open Group Policy Editor is your favorite? Let us know in the comments. Related read: How to repair a corrupt Group Policy in Windows 11/10.
