SnapSet

A lightweight Windows 11 command-line launcher for fast, direct access to settings, system tools, and control panels. One short command. No navigation. No clicks.

A project by Technified World.

Why SnapSet?

Windows 11 buries frequently used settings behind layers of clicks. Finding VPN settings, changing display scale, opening Services, or reaching adapter properties means opening Settings or Control Panel, picking the right category, and hunting for the correct page every time.

SnapSet removes that friction. One short command opens the exact settings page, system tool, or control panel entry you need, instantly, from Command Prompt, PowerShell, Windows Terminal, the Run dialog (Win + R), or a shortcut.

Without SnapSet	With SnapSet
Settings > Network & Internet > VPN	`snapset vp`
Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile Hotspot	`snapset h`
Control Panel > Network Connections > Adapter Properties	`snapset ad`
System Properties > Environment Variables	`snapset ev`
Settings > System > Display	`snapset ds`
Settings > System > Power & sleep	`snapset pw`
Settings > Windows Update	`snapset wu`
Settings > System > Sound	`snapset sn`
Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security	`snapset fw`
Settings > Apps > Installed apps	`snapset ap`
Settings > Personalization > Taskbar	`snapset tb`
Settings > Time & Language > Date & time	`snapset dt`
Settings > System > Notifications	`snapset no`
Settings > System > Remote Desktop	`snapset rd`
Settings > System > Clipboard	`snapset cb`
Settings > Privacy & Security > Find My Device	`snapset fd`

No installation. No dependencies. A single .bat file.

Requirements

Requirement	Detail
Windows version	Windows 11, build 22000 or later. Tested on build 26100, 25H2.
Shell	Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal
Dependencies	None. No Python, Node.js, or package managers.
Privileges	Standard user for Settings launches. Elevation required for Services (`sv`) and Firewall rule changes (`fw`).

Some commands require specific hardware or conditions. See Known Limitations.

Setup

These steps assume you have already cloned or downloaded the SnapSet repository to your computer.

Inside the repository, the launcher script is located at:

scripts\snapset.bat

You will copy that file from your local repository folder into a permanent tools folder such as C:\wintools, then add that folder to your PATH.

Step 1, choose a tools folder

Decide where you want to keep snapset.bat. A short permanent tools folder is recommended, for example:

C:\wintools
C:\tools
%USERPROFILE%\tools

If the folder does not already exist, create it first.

Step 2, create the folder if needed

Option A, PowerShell

Create C:\wintools:

New-Item-ItemType Directory -Path C:\wintools -Force

Option B, Windows Explorer

Open File Explorer
Go to C:\
Right-click > New > Folder
Name it wintools

Step 3, copy SnapSet from your local repository

Copy scripts\snapset.bat from the SnapSet repository folder on your machine into the tools folder you chose.

Example

If your local repository folder is:

C:\Users\YourName\Downloads\snapset-cli

then the source file is:

C:\Users\YourName\Downloads\snapset-cli\scripts\snapset.bat

and a typical destination would be:

C:\wintools\snapset.bat

Option A, Command Prompt

copy<path-to-your-repo>\scripts\snapset.bat C:\wintools\snapset.bat

Example:

copy C:\Users\YourName\Downloads\snapset-cli\scripts\snapset.bat C:\wintools\snapset.bat

Option B, PowerShell

Copy-Item<path-to-your-repo>\scripts\snapset.bat C:\wintools\snapset.bat-Force

Example:

Copy-Item C:\Users\YourName\Downloads\snapset-cli\scripts\snapset.bat C:\wintools\snapset.bat-Force

Option C, Windows Explorer

Open your local SnapSet repository folder
Open the scripts subfolder
Copy snapset.bat
Paste it into your chosen tools folder, for example C:\wintools

Step 4, add the folder to PATH

You must add the folder itself, not the .bat file, to your PATH environment variable.

Option A, PowerShell, current user

This adds the folder to your user PATH so snapset works in new terminals for your account only.

$toolsPath='C:\wintools'$currentPath= [Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable('Path','User')
if ($currentPath-notlike"*$toolsPath*") {
[Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable(
'Path',$currentPath+';'+$toolsPath,'User'
)
}

Option B, PowerShell, all users

Run PowerShell as Administrator if you want SnapSet available system-wide.

$toolsPath='C:\wintools'$currentPath= [Environment]::GetEnvironmentVariable('Path','Machine')
if ($currentPath-notlike"*$toolsPath*") {
[Environment]::SetEnvironmentVariable(
'Path',$currentPath+';'+$toolsPath,'Machine'
)
}

Option C, manually through Windows

Open Start and search for environment variables
Select Edit the system environment variables
Click Environment Variables
Under User variables or System variables, select Path
Click Edit
Click New
Add your folder path, for example C:\wintools
Click OK to close all windows

Step 5, open a new terminal and verify

Close any open terminal windows, then open a new Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal window and run:

snapset

You can also verify the help and version flags directly:

snapset --help
snapset --version

If the help screen appears and the version prints correctly, the PATH setup is complete.

Alternative, run without PATH

If you do not want to add SnapSet to PATH, you can still run it directly by full path:

C:\wintools\snapset.bat wifi

Run dialog support

Once the folder is in PATH, you can also press Win + R and run:

snapset <command>

Usage

snapset <command>

Run snapset with no arguments to display the full command reference.

Help and version

snapset --help
snapset -h
snapset --version
snapset -v

Examples

:: Open Network & Internet
snapset n
snapset network
:: Open Mobile Hotspot
snapset h
snapset hotspot
:: Open Wi-Fi settings
snapset wi
snapset wifi
:: Open VPN settings
snapset vp
snapset vpn
:: Open Display settings
snapset ds
snapset display
:: Open classic adapter panel (DNS config)
snapset ad
snapset adapters
:: Open Environment Variables
snapset ev
snapset envars
:: Open startup apps
snapset su
snapset startup

Both the short and long form of every command produce the same result. Short forms are optimised for speed. Long forms are readable in scripts and shortcuts.

In Windows Terminal, the built-in help output can use ANSI colour for clearer section headings when terminal support is detected.

Commands

Network

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`n`	`network`	Network & Internet	`ms-settings:network-status`
`h`	`hotspot`	Mobile Hotspot	`ms-settings:network-mobilehotspot`
`wi`	`wifi`	Wi-Fi settings	`ms-settings:network-wifi`
`wm`	`wifiman`	Manage known Wi-Fi networks	`ms-settings:network-wifisettings`
`vp`	`vpn`	VPN settings	`ms-settings:network-vpn`
`px`	`proxy`	Proxy settings	`ms-settings:network-proxy`
`am`	`airplane`	Airplane mode	`ms-settings:network-airplanemode`
`av`	`advanced`	Advanced network settings	`ms-settings:network-advancedsettings`
`et`	`ethernet`	Ethernet, requires active wired adapter	`ms-settings:network-ethernet`
`du`	`datausage`	Data usage, via Advanced network settings	`ms-settings:network-advancedsettings`
`ad`	`adapters`	Classic adapter panel, DNS and protocol config	`ncpa.cpl`

System

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`ds`	`display`	Display, resolution, scale, refresh rate	`ms-settings:display`
`pw`	`power`	Power and sleep	`ms-settings:powersleep`
`sn`	`sound`	Sound, output, input, volume mixer	`ms-settings:sound`
`st`	`storage`	Storage and Storage Sense	`ms-settings:storagesense`
`wu`	`update`	Windows Update	`ms-settings:windowsupdate`
`bt`	`bluetooth`	Bluetooth devices	`ms-settings:bluetooth`
`sv`	`services`	Windows Services, elevation required for changes	`services.msc`
`ev`	`envars`	Environment Variables, direct dialog	`rundll32 sysdm.cpl,EditEnvironmentVariables`
`no`	`notify`	Notifications	`ms-settings:notifications`
`cb`	`clipboard`	Clipboard settings	`ms-settings:clipboard`
`rd`	`remote`	Remote Desktop	`ms-settings:remotedesktop`
`ab`	`about`	System About, device and Windows info	`ms-settings:about`
`nl`	`nightlight`	Night light	`ms-settings:nightlight`
`mt`	`multitask`	Multitasking	`ms-settings:multitasking`

Personalization

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`tb`	`taskbar`	Taskbar settings	`ms-settings:taskbar`
`th`	`themes`	Themes	`ms-settings:themes`
`bg`	`background`	Background	`ms-settings:personalization-background`
`ls`	`lockscreen`	Lock screen	`ms-settings:lockscreen`
`co`	`colors`	Colors, accent, dark and light mode	`ms-settings:colors`

Accounts and Time

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`si`	`signin`	Sign-in options, PIN, Hello, password	`ms-settings:signinoptions`
`dt`	`datetime`	Date and time	`ms-settings:dateandtime`
`lg`	`language`	Language and region	`ms-settings:regionlanguage`

Security and Privacy

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`ws`	`winsec`	Windows Security hub	`ms-settings:windowsdefender`
`fw`	`firewall`	Defender Firewall with Advanced Security	`wf.msc`
`fd`	`finddev`	Find My Device	`ms-settings:findmydevice`
`pe`	`encrypt`	Device encryption	`ms-settings:deviceencryption`
`pv`	`privacy`	Privacy settings, general hub	`ms-settings:privacy`
`de`	`devmode`	Developer settings	`ms-settings:developers`

Apps

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`ap`	`apps`	Apps and Features	`ms-settings:appsfeatures`
`da`	`defaults`	Default apps	`ms-settings:defaultapps`
`su`	`startup`	Startup apps	`ms-settings:startupapps`
`of`	`optional`	Optional features	`ms-settings:optionalfeatures`

Devices

Short	Long	Opens	URI / Tool
`pr`	`printers`	Printers and scanners	`ms-settings:printers`
`ms`	`mouse`	Mouse settings	`ms-settings:mousetouchpad`
`us`	`usb`	USB settings	`ms-settings:usb`

Tips

Help and version flags
Use snapset --help or snapset -h to display the grouped command reference.
Use snapset --version or snapset -v to print the current version without opening the full help screen.

DNS configuration
Windows 11 has no dedicated ms-settings: URI for DNS.
Use snapset ad, then right-click your adapter > Properties > Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).

Manage known Wi-Fi networks
Use snapset wm to open the known networks page directly.
From here you can forget a network, change its priority, or inspect saved connections.

Data usage
ms-settings:datausage is non-functional on Windows 11 25H2.
Use snapset du to open Advanced network settings, then click the Data usage tab.

Ethernet
snapset et only opens successfully when an active wired adapter is detected.
Windows 11 may redirect to Settings Home when no wired adapter is present.

Windows Services
Use snapset sv to open the Services panel.
Starting, stopping, or changing service startup type requires an elevated terminal or UAC prompt.

Firewall
Use snapset fw to open Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security.
This uses the legacy MMC snap-in wf.msc, which provides full inbound and outbound rule management.

Dark mode and accent color
Use snapset co to open Colors settings and switch between Light and Dark mode or change the accent color.

Startup app management
Use snapset su to review and disable unnecessary startup apps for faster sign-in and lower background load.

Developer mode
Use snapset de to open Developer settings for Developer Mode, Device Portal, and related features.

Known Limitations

Command	Limitation
`du` / `datausage`	No dedicated working URI on Windows 11 25H2. Opens Advanced network settings instead.
`et` / `ethernet`	Requires an active wired adapter to open correctly.
`sv` / `services`	Elevation required for start, stop, and configuration actions.
`ws` / `winsec`	Opens the standalone Windows Security app, not a Settings page.
`fw` / `firewall`	Uses `wf.msc`, a legacy snap-in. Elevation required for rule changes.
`am` / `airplane`	Opens the Airplane mode settings page, but does not toggle the state directly.
`pe` / `encrypt`	Requires compatible hardware and Windows support for Device Encryption or BitLocker.
ANSI-coloured help	Colour is only used when terminal support is detected, such as Windows Terminal sessions.

Compatibility

All commands require Windows 11, build 22000 or later. The table below notes commands with known build-specific behaviour.

Command	Minimum build	Notes
Core network commands	22000, 21H2	Standard `ms-settings:network-*` support
`ds` / `display`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:display`
`pw` / `power`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:powersleep`
`bt` / `bluetooth`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:bluetooth`
`wu` / `update`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:windowsupdate`
`sv` / `services`	22000, 21H2	Legacy `services.msc`
`ev` / `envars`	22000, 21H2	Legacy `sysdm.cpl` entry point
`sn` / `sound`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:sound`
`st` / `storage`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:storagesense`
`ws` / `winsec`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:windowsdefender`
`fw` / `firewall`	22000, 21H2	Legacy `wf.msc`
`ap` / `apps`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:appsfeatures`
`rd` / `remote`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:remotedesktop`
`nl` / `nightlight`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:nightlight`
`co` / `colors`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:colors`
`su` / `startup`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:startupapps`
`de` / `devmode`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:developers`
`pe` / `encrypt`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:deviceencryption`, hardware dependent
`da` / `defaults`	22621 with 2023-04 cumulative update	Direct-launch behaviour improved on newer builds
`ab` / `about`	22000, 21H2	`ms-settings:about`

Roadmap

Status	Item
`done`	Core network commands
`done`	Display, power, Bluetooth, Windows Update
`done`	Windows Services and Environment Variables
`done`	Sound, Storage, Windows Security, Firewall, Apps
`done`	`--help`, `-h`, `--version`, and `-v` support
`done`	Grouped help output with ANSI colour support when available
`planned`	Accessibility command group
`considering`	Hotspot on/off toggle via PowerShell
`considering`	PowerShell companion script, `snapset.ps1`
`considering`	Additional validation or self-test mode for command checks

Contributing

See CONTRIBUTING.md for full guidelines on reporting issues, suggesting features, and submitting pull requests.

Quick reference:

Fork the repository
Create a branch from dev, not main
Follow the short and long alias pattern for any new command
Add a rem comment above each new command group
Update the built-in help section for any new command
Update README command tables, limitations, and compatibility notes
Test manually on Windows 11 before opening a PR
Use Conventional Commits for all commit messages

Changelog

See CHANGELOG.md for a full history of changes.

Name		Name	Last commit message	Last commit date
.github		.github
docs		docs
scripts		scripts
.gitignore		.gitignore
CHANGELOG.md		CHANGELOG.md
CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md		CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md
CONTRIBUTING.md		CONTRIBUTING.md
LICENSE		LICENSE
README.md		README.md
SECURITY.md		SECURITY.md

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SnapSet

Contents

Why SnapSet?

Requirements

Setup

Step 1, choose a tools folder

Step 2, create the folder if needed

Option A, PowerShell

Option B, Windows Explorer

Step 3, copy SnapSet from your local repository

Example

Option A, Command Prompt

Option B, PowerShell

Option C, Windows Explorer

Step 4, add the folder to PATH

Option A, PowerShell, current user

Option B, PowerShell, all users

Option C, manually through Windows

Step 5, open a new terminal and verify

Alternative, run without PATH

Run dialog support

Usage

Help and version

Examples

Commands

Network

System

Personalization

Accounts and Time

Security and Privacy

Apps

Devices

Tips

Known Limitations

Compatibility

Roadmap

Contributing

Changelog

License

About

Topics

Resources

Code of conduct

Contributing

Security policy

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