5 Quick Ways to Open Services on Windows 11

Key Takeaways

• Opening the Services app from Windows search is one of the easiest methods.
• You may also type services.msc in the Run dialog; once you click Enter, the app should open.

Method 1: Using the Task Manager

The Task Manager is used to monitor computer performance, background applications running, and system resource usage. However, you can also open built-in apps like the Services app.

Step 1: Press the Windows + R keys to open the Run tool, type taskmgr in the text field, and click OK.

Step 2: Click the Run new task option in the Task Manager.

Step 3: Type services.msc in the text field and click OK to open Services.

Method 2: Using Command-Line Tools

Windows offers several command-line tools for performing different tasks. For example, you can use Command Prompt and Windows PowerShell to open services.

Step 1: Press the Windows + S keys to open Windows search, type Command Prompt in the text field, and click Open in the right pane.

Step 2: In the Command Prompt window, type services.msc and press Enter.

To access Services using the Windows PowerShell, follow the below instructions:

Step 1: Press the Windows + S keys to open Windows search, type Windows PowerShell in the search bar, and click Open.

Step 2: In the console, type services.msc and press Enter to access the Services app.

Method 3: Using the Control Panel

The Control Panel is the central hub of a Windows operating system. It’s the place to access and configure system settings. You can also use it to open the Services app. Here’s how:

Step 1: Launch Windows Search, type Control Panel in the search bar, and click Open.

Step 2: Choose System and Security in the Control Panel.

Step 3: Select Windows Tools.

Step 4: Double-click on Services to open it.

Method 4: Using the Computer Management App

The Computer Management app is another Windows utility that lets you access important tools and features like Disk Management, Event Viewer, Services, Performance Monitor, and Device Manager. Here’s how to access Services using the Computer Management app:

Step 1: Open the Run tool by pressing Windows + R, type compmgmt.msc, and press Enter.

Step 2: Choose Services and Applications from the left sidebar.

Step 3: Double-click the Services option in the right pane.

Method 5: Using the File Explorer

The File Explorer is the go-to place to view and open files and folders stored on your computer. It can also come in handy when accessing the Services app. You must ensure File Explorer opens properly before proceeding. Here’s how:

Step 1: Press the Windows + E key to open File Explorer.

Step 2: Open the drive in which you have installed the OS. Usually, it’s the C drive for most users.

Step 3: Search for the Windows folder and open it.

Step 4: Locate and double-click on the System32 folder to access its content.

Step 5: In the System32 folder, search for and double-click on the services file to open the Services app.

Note that there might be two service files in the System32 folder. Ensure that you open the file with Microsoft Common Console Document written under the Type section.

However, if none of the above methods worked, check out our guide to fix Services if it’s not opening on Windows 11.