Activate GodMode for Windows 7 and Windows 8

There is a cool feature on Windows 7 and Windows 8 called GodMode which will enable a user to quickly and easily access a huge amount of system maintenance and administrative tools all in one place. It is one of the hidden features of Windows and can be easily activated.

Step 1: Create a New Folder on your Desktop

Step 2: Name the folder GodMode{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}. As soon as you rename the folder, the string of letter and numbers will disappear and the folder icon will be changed.

Step 3: Double click on the icon and you will see all the controls in one place.

GodMode gives you access to the following controls in one convenient folder:

• Action Center
• Administrative Tools
• Auto Play
• Backup and Restore
• Bitlocker Drive Encryption
• Color Management
• Credential Manager
• Date and Time
• Default Programs
• Desktop Gadgets
• Device Manager
• Devices and Printers
• Display
• Ease of Access
• Folder Options
• and pretty much everything else you would have in the Control Panel

Have fun!