Did you know Windows 11 has some cool hidden features that aren’t turned on by default? You can unlock these hidden features using a simple tool called ViVeTool. It’s free and easy to use!

What is ViVeTool?

ViVeTool is a small program that helps you turn on or off hidden settings in Windows 11. This is especially useful if you like trying new stuff before everyone else, like Windows Insider users who get early access to Windows updates.

How to Download and Use ViVeTool

1. Download ViVeTool: Go to the ViVeTool GitHub page and download the latest version.
2. Extract the files: After downloading, unzip the file. If you’re not sure how, check this guide on how to unzip files in Windows 11.
3. Move the folder: Put the extracted ViVeTool folder somewhere easy to find, like your Desktop or Documents.
4. Copy the tool’s path: Open the ViVeTool folder, find ViVeTool.exe, hold Shift and right-click it, then choose Copy as path.
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6. Open Command Prompt: Press Windows + X and select Windows Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin). If you want, you can also open Windows Terminal and switch to the Command Prompt tab.
7. Paste the path and enter commands: In the Command Prompt window, right-click to paste the path you copied earlier. Then, add commands to turn features on or off.

Commands to Use

To enable a hidden feature, type this command:

"C:FullPathToViVeTool.exe" /enable /id:<feature ID>

To disable a hidden feature, use this command:

"C:FullPathToViVeTool.exe" /disable /id:<feature ID>

Replace <feature ID> with the actual number for the feature you want to change.

You can enable or disable multiple features at once by separating their IDs with commas, like this:

"C:UsersYourNameDownloadsViVeToolViVeTool.exe" /enable /id:42880174,44281626,45393399

Find Feature IDs

Inside the folder you extracted, look for a file named FeatureDictionary.pfs. Open it with Notepad to see a list of feature IDs you can enable or disable.

Final Step: Restart Your PC

After running the commands, restart your computer to make sure the changes take effect.

To Sum It Up

• ViVeTool is a handy way to try hidden Windows 11 features before they are officially available.
• Even if you’re not a tech expert, following these simple steps will help you unlock cool new options.
• Windows Insider users especially benefit from testing features early with ViVeTool.
• Have fun exploring and don’t forget to share your experience in the comments!