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Learn how to turn simple desktop folders into powerful hidden “super folders” using CLSID codes in Windows 10 and Windows 11. Get 30+ ready-to-copy codes, safety tips, smart organization ideas, and an optional .BAT script for automatic creation.
Super CLSID Folders in Windows 10/11: 30+ Hidden Desktop Shortcuts
Unlock Hidden Windows Tools in Seconds
Windows hides dozens of powerful system panels behind layered menus. Most users never access them directly. However, there is a simple trick that instantly opens these internal tools from your Desktop. You do not need extra software, registry edits, only rename a folder.
This method works in both Windows 10 and Windows 11.
What Is CLSID in Windows?
CLSID stands for Class Identifier. It is a unique system ID (GUID) that Windows uses to identify internal components. Each Control Panel item and many system tools have their own CLSID. When you rename a folder using a specific format, Windows interprets it as a special system location instead of a normal folder.
Why the Folder Becomes a “Super Folder”
When you rename a folder using this format:
Name.{CLSID}
Windows transforms that folder into a shortcut that opens a hidden system panel.
It looks like a folder.
It behaves like a direct portal to Windows internals.
Deleting the folder does not harm your system. It only removes the shortcut.
How to Create a CLSID Super Folder
1: Right-click on Desktop.
2: Click New → Folder.
3: Rename the folder exactly with the full CLSID format.
4: Press Enter. That is it.
Important Rules Before You Copy
- Keep the dot before the bracket.
- Keep the curly brackets exactly as shown.
- Do not add spaces inside the CLSID.
- If it fails, create it directly on Desktop (avoid OneDrive folders).
Complete List of 30+ Windows CLSID Super Folders
You can change the name before the dot.
The CLSID inside the brackets must remain identical.
1. God Mode (All Tasks)
GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}
2. Network Connections
NetworkConnections.{7007ACC7-3202-11D1-AAD2-00805FC1270E}
3. Device Manager
DeviceManager.{74246BFC-4C96-11D0-ABEF-0020AF6B0B7A}
4. Programs and Features
ProgramsAndFeatures.{7B81BE6A-CE2B-4676-A29E-EB907A5126C5}
5. Power Options
PowerOptions.{025A5937-A6BE-4686-A844-36FE4BEC8B6D}
6. User Accounts
UserAccounts.{60632754-C523-4B62-B45C-4172DA012619}
7. Windows Firewall
Firewall.{4026492F-2F69-46B8-B9BF-5654FC07E423}
8. Administrative Tools
AdminTools.{D20EA4E1-3957-11D2-A40B-0C5020524153}
9. BitLocker
BitLocker.{D9EF8727-CAC2-4E60-809E-86F80A666C91}
10. Credential Manager
CredentialManager.{1206F5F1-0569-412C-8FEC-3204630DFB70}
11. Default Programs
DefaultPrograms.{17CD9488-1228-4B2F-88CE-4298E93E0966}
12. Date and Time
DateAndTime.{E2E7934B-DCE5-43C4-9576-7FE4F75E7480}
13. Fonts
Fonts.{BD84B380-8CA2-1069-AB1D-08000948F534}
14. Internet Options
InternetOptions.{A3DD4F92-658A-410F-84FD-6FBBBEF2FFFE}
15. Keyboard Settings
Keyboard.{725BE8F7-668A-4C7B-8F90-46BDB0936430}
16. Mouse Settings
Mouse.{D555645E-D4F8-4C29-A827-D93C859C4F2A}
17. Printers
Printers.{2227A280-3AEA-1069-A2DE-08002B30309D}
18. Sound
Sound.{F2DDFC82-8F12-4CDD-B7DC-D4FE1425AA4D}
19. System
System.{BB06C0E4-D293-4F75-8A90-CB05B6477EEE}
20. Windows Defender
WindowsDefender.{D8559EB9-20C0-410E-BEDA-7ED416AECC2A}
21. Storage Spaces
StorageSpaces.{F942C606-0914-47AB-BE56-1321B8035096}
22. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting.{C58C4893-3BE0-4B45-ABB5-A63E4B8C8651}
23. Windows Update
WindowsUpdate.{36EEF7DB-88AD-4E81-AD49-0E313F0C35F8}
24. Remote Desktop Connections
RemoteDesktop.{241D7C96-F8BF-4F85-B01F-E2B043341A4B}
25. Backup and Restore
BackupRestore.{B98A2BEA-7D42-4558-8BD1-832F41BAC6FD}
26. Parental Controls
ParentalControls.{96AE8D84-A250-4520-95A5-A47A7E3C548B}
27. Taskbar Settings
Taskbar.{0DF44EAA-FF21-4412-828E-260A8728E7F1}
28. Folder Options
FolderOptions.{6DFD7C5C-2451-11D3-A299-00C04F8EF6AF}
29. Recovery
Recovery.{9FE63AFD-59CF-4419-9775-ABCC3849F861}
30. Indexing Options
IndexingOptions.{87D66A43-7B11-4A28-9811-C86EE395ACF7}
31. AutoPlay
AutoPlay.{9C60DE1E-E5FC-40F4-A487-460851A8D915}
32. Work Folders
WorkFolders.{ECDB0924-4208-451E-8EE0-373C0956DE16}
Best CLSID Folders for Everyday Users
If Your PC Feels Slow
ProgramsAndFeatures to remove heavy apps.
PowerOptions to enable performance mode.
Troubleshooting for quick diagnostics.
If You Have Network Issues
NetworkConnections to reset adapters.
Firewall to check blocked access.
Troubleshooting for automatic repair.
If You Want More Control
FolderOptions to show hidden files.
IndexingOptions to optimize search.
StorageSpaces to manage drives.
Common Problems and Fixes
Folder Does Not Transform
Check formatting carefully.
Press Enter after renaming.
Avoid cloud-synced folders.
CLSID Does Not Open
Some CLSIDs depend on Windows edition.
Some tools may be moved in Windows 11.
Optional: Automatic Creation via .BAT Script
If you want everything created instantly, you can use a batch script.
Create a file named:
CLSID-SuperTools.bat
Paste the script and double-click it.
It creates all folders inside one container called Windows Super Tools on Desktop.
You can delete that folder anytime.
Script .BAT
@echo off
setlocal
REM Create a single container folder on Desktop
set "DESKTOP=%USERPROFILE%\Desktop"
set "ROOT=%DESKTOP%\Windows Super Tools"
if not exist "%ROOT%" mkdir "%ROOT%"
REM Helper: create a CLSID folder
REM Usage: call :mk "FolderName.{CLSID}"
goto :start
:mk
set "NAME=%~1"
if not exist "%ROOT%\%NAME%" mkdir "%ROOT%\%NAME%"
exit /b 0
:start
call :mk "GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C}"
call :mk "NetworkConnections.{7007ACC7-3202-11D1-AAD2-00805FC1270E}"
call :mk "DeviceManager.{74246BFC-4C96-11D0-ABEF-0020AF6B0B7A}"
call :mk "ProgramsAndFeatures.{7B81BE6A-CE2B-4676-A29E-EB907A5126C5}"
call :mk "PowerOptions.{025A5937-A6BE-4686-A844-36FE4BEC8B6D}"
call :mk "UserAccounts.{60632754-C523-4B62-B45C-4172DA012619}"
call :mk "Firewall.{4026492F-2F69-46B8-B9BF-5654FC07E423}"
call :mk "AdminTools.{D20EA4E1-3957-11D2-A40B-0C5020524153}"
call :mk "BitLocker.{D9EF8727-CAC2-4E60-809E-86F80A666C91}"
call :mk "CredentialManager.{1206F5F1-0569-412C-8FEC-3204630DFB70}"
call :mk "DefaultPrograms.{17CD9488-1228-4B2F-88CE-4298E93E0966}"
call :mk "DateAndTime.{E2E7934B-DCE5-43C4-9576-7FE4F75E7480}"
call :mk "Fonts.{BD84B380-8CA2-1069-AB1D-08000948F534}"
call :mk "InternetOptions.{A3DD4F92-658A-410F-84FD-6FBBBEF2FFFE}"
call :mk "Keyboard.{725BE8F7-668A-4C7B-8F90-46BDB0936430}"
call :mk "Mouse.{D555645E-D4F8-4C29-A827-D93C859C4F2A}"
call :mk "Printers.{2227A280-3AEA-1069-A2DE-08002B30309D}"
call :mk "Sound.{F2DDFC82-8F12-4CDD-B7DC-D4FE1425AA4D}"
call :mk "System.{BB06C0E4-D293-4F75-8A90-CB05B6477EEE}"
call :mk "WindowsDefender.{D8559EB9-20C0-410E-BEDA-7ED416AECC2A}"
call :mk "StorageSpaces.{F942C606-0914-47AB-BE56-1321B8035096}"
call :mk "Troubleshooting.{C58C4893-3BE0-4B45-ABB5-A63E4B8C8651}"
call :mk "WindowsUpdate.{36EEF7DB-88AD-4E81-AD49-0E313F0C35F8}"
call :mk "RemoteDesktop.{241D7C96-F8BF-4F85-B01F-E2B043341A4B}"
call :mk "BackupRestore.{B98A2BEA-7D42-4558-8BD1-832F41BAC6FD}"
call :mk "ParentalControls.{96AE8D84-A250-4520-95A5-A47A7E3C548B}"
call :mk "Taskbar.{0DF44EAA-FF21-4412-828E-260A8728E7F1}"
call :mk "FolderOptions.{6DFD7C5C-2451-11D3-A299-00C04F8EF6AF}"
call :mk "Recovery.{9FE63AFD-59CF-4419-9775-ABCC3849F861}"
call :mk "IndexingOptions.{87D66A43-7B11-4A28-9811-C86EE395ACF7}"
call :mk "AutoPlay.{9C60DE1E-E5FC-40F4-A487-460851A8D915}"
call :mk "WorkFolders.{ECDB0924-4208-451E-8EE0-373C0956DE16}"
echo.
echo Done! Created CLSID folders in:
echo "%ROOT%"
echo.
pause
endlocal
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I delete a CLSID folder?
Only the shortcut disappears. Windows remains unchanged.
Does God Mode unlock secret features?
No. It simply centralizes existing system settings.
Does this work in Windows 11?
Yes. Some panels may look different.
Can I rename the first part?
Yes. The CLSID inside brackets must remain unchanged.
Is this safe?
Yes, as long as you do not modify critical settings without understanding them.
Why does one CLSID not work?
It may depend on Windows edition or disabled services.
Can I create them in other folders?
Yes, anywhere you have permission.
Can I assign custom icons?
Yes. Create a shortcut to the folder and change its icon.
Key Takeaways for Power Users
CLSID folders are powerful shortcuts.
They do not modify the system.
They speed up troubleshooting, centralize advanced tools and improve productivity.
Two Clicks to Full Control
Instead of searching through Windows menus for minutes, you can open advanced system tools instantly.
This simple trick transforms your Desktop into a command center.
Once you start using CLSID super folders, navigating Windows feels faster and smarter.
⚠️ Disclaimer and Source Hygiene
This article is for educational purposes. Changing system settings such as Firewall, BitLocker, or Recovery may affect system behavior. If unsure, consult an IT professional. Information is based on official Windows documentation and system behavior research.
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📚 Sources and References
Microsoft Learn – Windows Shell documentation
Official Windows Control Panel documentation
🕊️ Secondary Sources and Testimonials
Windows power user community practices
Long-standing techniques used by IT administrators
