Over the past few months, Microsoft has been gradually transitioning features from the Control Panel to the Settings app in Windows 11. While the company has made some progress, the pace of change has been somewhat leisurely, with periods of activity followed by noticeable lulls. Recently, however, it appears that the company is gearing up for another wave of updates, suggesting that those who are fond of the Control Panel may want to prepare for its eventual retirement.
Microsoft moves some language settings over to Settings
Recent developments reported by PhantomOfEarth, a keen observer of Windows 11 test builds, indicate that Microsoft is indeed making strides in this transition. Among the latest changes is the migration of certain language options to the Settings panel. This update, however, is not yet available to all users; it is currently confined to those on the Dev or Beta builds of Windows 11, and even then, users must manually enable it to access the new feature.
The hidden nature of this rollout suggests that Microsoft is still fine-tuning the implementation, addressing any lingering bugs before a broader release. As the company continues to refine the Settings app, it seems likely that these features will soon become accessible to a wider audience.
While the Control Panel has been a staple of Windows for many years, its impending obsolescence may not be met with universal lament. Many users, including our editor João Carrasqueira, have expressed that the revamped Settings app offers a more modern and efficient experience, making it easier to navigate and manage system preferences. As the transition progresses, it’s clear that Microsoft is committed to enhancing the user experience, even as it bids farewell to some of its legacy features.