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Forget login; your PC might even start and throw up a BSOD error. MSCONFIG is a Windows built-in tool that lets you manage startup processes and troubleshoot associated issues. In this guide, we will talk about how you can enable all services in MSCONFIG if you have accidentally disabled them.
What happens when you disable all services in MSConfig?
Services are essential for your PC to work correctly. Each service has a DWORD value to start. However, if this Start value is changed to disabled, then your PC will not run properly, and it might even crash.
Here are a few things you won’t be able to do if you have disabled all services in MSCONFIG.
- Your system will become unstable.
- You won’t be able to access the login screen.
- Your PC can throw BSOD error messages.
- You won’t be able to access the Accessibility option.
- The BIOS menu won’t be accessible.
What can I do if I accidentally disabled all services MSCONFIG?
1. Perform Startup Repair
- Turn off your PC.
- Turn on your PC and press the F10 key when the first screen appears. The key could be different for different brands of PCs.
- Select Troubleshoot.
- Choose Advanced Options.
- Select Startup Repair.
- Wait for the process to complete, and do not interrupt the process.
Startup Repair or Automatic Repair is an inbuilt tool that fixes startup-related problems of your PC automatically.
It fixes missing or damaged system files preventing your PC from booting up. Once the process completes, your PC should boot up normally.
2. Enable MSCONFIG services using a different account
- Sign in to your other account that doesn’t require any password.
- Press Win + R keys to open the Run dialogue.
- Type msconfig and press Enter.
- Switch to the Services tab.
- Click on Enable all.
- Click Apply and OK.
3. Replace the on-screen keyboard with CMD
4. Perform a System Restore
- Turn off your PC.
- Turn on your PC and press the F10 key when the first screen appears.
- Choose Troubleshoot.
- Select Advanced Options.
- Select the System Restore option.
- Select the restore point.
- Click Next.
- Wait for the process to complete and check whether this resolves the issue.
Do note that for System Restore or this method to work, you should already create a system restore point on your PC.
If you do not know how to do that, you should check out our guide that explains 3 methods to create a restore point on your PC.
5. Reset your PC
- Turn off your PC.
- Turn on your PC and press the F10 key when the first screen appears.
- Choose Troubleshoot.
- Select the Reset this PC option.
- Choose Keep my files.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the reset process.
- Wait for the process to complete.
That is it from us in this guide. You can check out our guide that lists different ways to access MSCONFIG on your PC.
We have also correctly explained how to use the System Configuration tool on Windows 10. Feel free to let us know in the comments below which one of the above solutions resolved your problem.
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Quick Solution!
- Win + X, select “Command Prompt (Admin).
- sfc /scannow” and press Enter.
Wait for the scan to finish; avoid any other tasks. After that Restart your PC and access “gpedit.msc” from the Start menu.
In this article, we will explain how to fix the cannot find Gpedit.msc error on Windows 11.
6 Methods to Fix the “Cannot Find Gpedit.msc” Error in Windows
Check for Group Policy Editor
- To open the Run dialog box, press Windows + R.
- gpedit.msc and click OK.
What Causes the Windows ”cannot find gpedit.msc” windows 11?
Cannot find Gpedit.msc in Windows 11: This is the result of trying to launch Group Policy Editor on Windows 11 Home Edition, or a computer that doesn’t even have it installed.
- You are running Windows 11 Home Edition, which does not support the Group Policy Editor feature.
Check Your Windows 10/11 Version
Step 1: To open Settings, press Windows Key + I or on search bar type “Settings
Step 2: System on left sidebar
Step 3: Scroll down and click on “About
Step 3: Windows specifications,Edition
If your Edition is Windows 11 Home, then you need to upgrade your Windows to Professional or Enterprise Edition.
Download gpedit-main zip file from GitHub
Step 1: Download the gpedit-main.zip file from this link (https://github.com/Thomas1475/gpedit)
Step 2: Right click on downloaded file then click on “Extract All”
Step 4: Open Command Prompt and wait for the installation of necessary extensions to complete successfully. Once the operation is successful, press Enter button to close the Command Prompt.
Step 5: Windows key + R, type “gpedit.msc,” and click OK to access the Group Policy Editor.
Enable Group Policy Editor using Command Prompt
Step 1: Win + S then on search bar type “CMD
Step 3: In CMD, copy and paste these command one by one
FOR %F IN (“%SystemRoot%\servicing\Packages\Microsoft-Windows-GroupPolicy-ClientTools-Package~*.mum”) DO (DISM /Online /NoRestart /Add-Package:”%F”)FOR %F IN (“%SystemRoot%\servicing\Packages\Microsoft-Windows-GroupPolicy-ClientExtensions-Package~*.mum”) DO (DISM /Online /NoRestart /Add-Package:”%F”)
Step 4: Close the Command Prompt (CMD). Now try to open a group policy
Step 5: Press Windows key + R, type “gpedit.msc,” and click OK to open the Group Policy Editor.
Run SFC and DISM
Step 2: sfc /scannow and press Enter. Wait for the scan to complete.
Step 3: Once finished, type these command one by one
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealthDISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Perform a Clean Boot
Step 1: Windows Key + R,msconfig, and press Enter.
Step 2: Go to the ServicesHide all Microsoft services, and click Disable all.
Step 3: Click on “Apply
Step 4: Then click on “OK
Factory-Reset Windows 11
Note: It is important to know why factory Reset is important and pre-requisites before doing a factory reset. For that check out this detailed article on How to Factory Reset a Windows 11 PC
Step 1: Win + S then on search bar type “CMD
Step 3: Type this command and press Enter:
Step 4: You’ll be presented with two options:
- Keep my files: This moves Windows settings back to their defaults but keeps your personal files.
- Remove everything: This completely wipes out all data and resets Windows to the state when it came off the assembly line.
Step 5: Select the option you want and click “Reset
How To Fix the “Cannot Find Gpedit.msc” Error- FAQs
Is it safe to download the gpedit-main script?
Only download from trusted resources, and recognize the risk.
Can I upgrade to Pro from Home?
Yes, you can buy an upgrade in Windows Settings.
Is there any other tool like Gpedit.msc?
Yes, similar tasks can also be accomplished by tools such as Local Group Policy Editor and Registry editor but which requires a higher level of understanding.
If I run SFC and DISM, will that affect my data?
No, they still scan and repair system files without harming your data.
Why can’t I find group policy Editor?
Group Policy Editor is only available in the Pro and Enterprise editions of Windows 10 and 11. If you have a Home edition, you won’t have it.
How do I enable Gpedit in Windows 10?
Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) is only for Windows 10 Pro/Enterprise, not Home edition.
- Check your version (Windows key + R, type “winver”).
- Home edition options:
- Limited Local Group Policy Editor (LGPE) might exist.
- Upgrading to Pro/Enterprise (costs money).
- Pro/Enterprise: Search for “gpedit.msc” or browse to C:\Windows\System32\gpedit.msc.
Where is the Gpedit MSC file?
If you have a Pro or Enterprise version, you can access gpedit.msc in two ways:
- Search: Press the Windows key + R, type
, and press Enter.
- Browse: Open File Explorer, navigate to
, and double-click
Why is Gpedit MSC not open in Windows 11?
There are two main reasons why Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) might not be opening in Windows 11:
- Windows Edition: gpedit.msc is only available in Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise editions. If you’re using Windows 11 Home, that’s why you can’t find it.
- Search Issue (For Pro/Enterprise): Even with the right edition, there might be a temporary glitch with the search function.