Control Panel — Windows XP
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Control Panel for Windows XP — run it in your browser

The Control Panel with Display, Mouse, Sounds, Date and Time, Add or Remove Programs and more applets.

▶ Open Control Panel in Windows XP

About Control Panel in Windows XP

In Windows XP the Control Panel opens in Category view by default, with a task pane that offers "Switch to Classic View". Display Properties alone changes themes, wallpaper, screen saver and resolution.

What works in this simulator

  • Category and Classic views
  • Display, Mouse, Keyboard, Sounds, Regional, Power Options
  • Date and Time, System Properties, Add or Remove Programs
  • Settings persist in your browser

Frequently asked questions

How do I switch Control Panel to Classic View?
Click "Switch to Classic View" in the task pane on the left. Windows XP opens the Control Panel in Category View by default.
Do Control Panel changes stay after I close the site?
Yes. Settings such as wallpaper, screen saver, mouse pointers, sounds and the date format are stored in your browser and survive a reload.

This is a free recreation of Windows XP Professional SP2 (Luna blue theme) written in HTML, CSS and JavaScript — nothing is downloaded or installed, and your files stay in your own browser. Open the full Windows XP desktop.

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