Windows 11 system and privacy settings guide

Windows 11 organizes core PC controls within the System category of the Settings app, accessible via the Windows + I shortcut. This section manages essential hardware and software functions, including display resolution, sound output, notifications, power and battery, storage, and recovery options.

For privacy and security, Windows 11 provides controls for screenshot and screen-recording permissions under Settings > Privacy & security > App permissions. Users can toggle whether Windows apps are permitted to capture displays. While Store-style apps are typically listed in these privacy settings, traditional desktop applications may operate under different administrative policies or use their own internal capture settings. A yellow outline serves as a built-in visual indicator when a window or display is actively being captured.