Windows 10: Open Device Manager - Here's how

In this practical tip, we explain how to open the device manager in Windows 10. You can reach the manager in no time via the start menu.

Open device manager in Windows 10 via the Start menu

You can view and manage the hardware components of your system in the device manager. To open it on Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Click the Windows icon at the bottom left to open the Start menu.
2. At this point, type in "Device Manager" and open the program found.
3. Alternatively, you can also open the device manager via the context menu.
4. To do this, use the key combination Windows Key + X or right-click on the Windows symbol.
5. Now you can start the device manager from the menu.

You can also open the device manager in this way

In addition to the search just described, there are other methods to open the device manager in Windows 10.

• With the key combination Windows Key + R you can type commands to execute.
• Enter devmgmt.msc and confirm the entry with "OK" or the enter key to go directly to the device manager.
• Finally, you can also use the key combination Windows Key + Pause if your keyboard has the key built in.
• This will take you to the Control Panel window and you can open the Device Manager directly on the left.

In the next practical tip, read how to open the system settings in Windows 10.