Group Policy is a powerful tool for adjusting computer settings, and it can be accessed through the Group Policy editor, known as Gpedit.msc. However, the Windows 11 Home Edition does not come with Group Policy Editor pre-installed. If you wish to edit Group Policy on your PC, you need to enable it first. Enabling Group Policy Editor is a straightforward process. This article will guide you on how to enable Gpedit.msc in Windows 11.
Running Gpedit.msc On Windows 11
When attempting to run Gpedit.msc on Windows 11, you may encounter an error. To run Gpedit.msc on Windows 11, you can follow these steps:
- Press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog box on your PC.
- In the Run dialog box, type Gpedit.msc and press Enter to open Group Policy Editor.
However, if you haven’t enabled Group Policy Editor, you will receive an error message that says, “Windows cannot find ‘gpedit.msc’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.”
Group Policy Editor (Gpedit.msc) is typically located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder. If you encounter the above error message, it means you need to enable Group Policy Editor first.
Enabling Gpedit.msc In Windows 11
If you encounter the error mentioned earlier, you need to enable Gpedit.msc in Windows 11. Follow these steps:
- Download the Gpedit.msc enabler PowerShell script from this link.
- Double-click the downloaded file to run it. A User Account Control (UAC) window will appear; click “Yes” to proceed.
- A Command Prompt window will open, displaying the status. After completion, you will see the message ‘This operation is completed successfully.’
- Press any key to close the Command Prompt window.
- Restart your system.
Note: If you are using Microsoft Edge and cannot download the file, open Notepad, paste the following code, and save the file with any name followed by the .bat extension. Run the file as described in the above steps to enable Gpedit.msc on Windows 11.
FAQs
Does Windows 11 Have Gpedit.msc?
Gpedit.msc is exclusively available for users running Windows 11 Professional and Enterprise editions. It is not enabled by default for home users, requiring manual activation.
How Do I Enable Gpedit.msc in Windows 11?
To enable Gpedit.msc in Windows 11, you need to make specific changes to your system. The process is detailed in the above article, so refer to the earlier content for instructions on enabling Gpedit.msc.
How Do I Access Group Policy Editor In Windows 11?
Accessing the Group Policy Editor in Windows 11 is straightforward through the Run dialog box. Simply press the Windows + R key combination to open the Run dialog. Once opened, type Gpedit.msc and press Enter to launch the Group Policy Editor.
Final Words
Following the steps outlined in this article will enable Gpedit.msc on your Windows 11 PC. Once enabled, you can easily run it from the Run dialog box.