Windows settings
The Windows Settings folder contains shortcuts to common Windows configuration pages. Some settings may require activating Windows first using the “Activation” file.
All configuration files listed here are located in the 3. Configuration/3. Windows Settings folder within the Atlas folder on your Desktop. If you can’t find the Atlas folder, see our guide to restore it.
Running these files opens the corresponding Windows Settings page directly.
Activation
This file opens the Windows Activation settings page. You may need to activate Windows before changing some other settings.
AtlasOS requires a valid Windows license. Activate Windows with a legitimate license before installation. Activation is a one-time process.
Atlas is Not Pre-activated
AtlasOS is not a pre-activated version of Windows. You must activate Windows with a valid, legitimate license before installation. When purchasing a Windows license, ensure the seller is trusted and the license is legitimate.
Colors
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page for Colors. You can change the color and styling of your Atlas installation on this page.
Date & Time
This file will take you to the Windows Settings Date & Time page. On this page, you can change and correct how your Atlas installation shows the time and date.
Default apps
This file will take you to the page in Windows Settings called Default Apps. You can change the default apps for certain file types on this page. For instance, you can change the default browser from Internet Explorer to Chrome.
Desktop icons
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page for desktop icon settings. On this page, you can change what icons you want to see on your desktop.
Language
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page for language settings. You can change the display and input language of your Atlas installation on this page.
Privacy
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page for Privacy. On this page, you can change how private your Atlas installation is.
Region
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page to change your country and region settings.
Taskbar
This file will take you to the Windows Settings page for the Taskbar. On this page, you can customize the taskbar to your liking.