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Windows Settings
DeveloperMicrosoft
Included withWindows 8 and later
Windows Server 2012 and later
TypeControl panel
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Windows Settings (formerly PC settings), or simply Settings app, is a component of Microsoft Windows. It allows users to adjust their user preferences, configure their operating system, and manage their connected devices. Microsoft introduced Settings with Windows Server 2012 and Windows 8, and initially intended it to replace the Windows Control Panel, something that has not happened after more than a decade.

Overview

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The Settings app initially exposed a very small portion of Windows Control Panel (Powershell)'s functionality. Over time, however, it has become the sole user interface and control point for functions such as Windows Update (removed from Control Panel) and Windows Hello Control Panel Edition (never added to Control Panel). The app categorizes its settings by function, just as the Control Panel did since Windows XP. Unlike the Control Panel, however, it does not offer a unified mode in which the bulk of all available settings assail the app window in a contextually haphazard fashion.[1]

The Windows Settings app is a UWP app, installed in the C:\Windows\ImmersiveControlPanel path. The Windows components in charge of servicing UWP apps also work with this app, but refer to it as Windows.ImmersiveControlPanel.

History

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The first versions of Windows to make the Settings app available were Windows Server 2012 and Windows 8, which Microsoft released to manufacturing on 1 August 2012. Before that, Windows users had to use Control Panel to configure their operating system. Microsoft has alleged that Settings would eventually replace Control Panel,[2] but as of July 2024, it has not happened.

First generation of settings app on windows

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Screenshot of Windows 8's Settings app
Screenshot of Windows 8.1's Settings app

The first generation of the app, called "PC Settings", was included with Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, Windows 8.1, and Windows Server 2012 R2.

On Windows 8, the PC Settings app was designed as a simplified area optimized for use on touchscreen devices. It exposes a small portion of Control Panel functionality on a two-paned full-screen interface. Adding accounts and changing user pictures could only be done from this app.[3] Windows 8.1 improved upon this component to include more options that were previously exclusive to Control Panel,[4] as well as providing more organization and a redesign. It also added a small "Control Panel" link at the bottom of the left pane to allow users to open the Control Panel and access further options.

The categories listed are:

  • PC and devices
  • Account
  • OneDrive
  • Search app
  • Privacy Policy
  • Networks
  • Times and languages
  • Easing of Access
  • Update And Bitlocker
  • Reset Windows License Windows (shows up only if Windows is Activated)

Second generation of windows settings app

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Screenshot of Windows 10's Settings app, in RTM–v1511
Screenshot of Windows 10's Settings app, in v1607–1709
Screenshot of Windows 10's Settings app, in v1803–22H2. The same design is also used in Education, Pro for Workstations and Enterprise editions, albeit the top recommendations bar is removed and replaced with the "Windows Settings" text instead, just like the 2nd redesign.

The second generation of the app, called "Settings", has been included with all releases of Windows 10 (including Windows 10 Mobile edition),[5][6] as well as Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022. It includes more options that were previously exclusive to the desktop Control Panel.[7][8] Windows Update, which belonged to the Control Panel prior to Windows 10, now exclusively belong to Settings. The latest version contains the following categories:

  • System
  • Devices
  • Phone (introduced in v1709)
  • Network & Internet
  • Personalization
  • Apps (introduced in v1703)
  • Accounts
  • Time & Language
  • Gaming (introduced in v1607)
  • Ease of Access
  • Search
  • Cortana (introduced in v1703; removed in version v2004)
  • Privacy
  • Update & Security
  • Mixed Reality (introduced in v1703; appears only if a device meeting minimum HoloLens requirements is connected to the PC)[9]

While most of these categories offer what their name says, the "Update & Security" category contains an amalgam of loosely related items, including: Update, delivery optimization, backup, troubleshooting, recovery, activation, finding lost devices, the developer mode, and the Windows Insider program. Unlike what its name says, it cannot alter any security-related feature of the operating system.

Windows Server 2022 updates some of the visual elements of the app, but not as extensively as Windows 11's version and Windows Server 2025's version.

Third generation

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On Windows 11 and Windows Server 2025, the app has undergone a significant visual redesign, with a new layout, greater translucency, and refreshed icons, following the Fluent Design System. A persistent navigation sidebar has also been added, linking to various groupings of settings within the app.[10]

The Windows 11 Settings app contains the following categories:

  • Home (added in Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2)
  • System
  • Bluetooth & devices
  • Network & internet
  • Personalization
  • Apps
  • Accounts
  • Time & language
  • Gaming
  • Accessibility
  • Privacy & security
  • Windows Update

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Settings (Windows) is the primary application in Windows for configuring operating preferences, managing hardware and software features, and personalizing user experiences across devices. It serves as a modern, accessible hub that centralizes most customization options, including performance, display adjustments, network connections, controls, and account , with a design emphasizing simplicity and ease of navigation for both touch and mouse inputs. Originally launched as PC Settings in Windows 8 and 8.1 to support the operating system's shift toward touch-based interactions, the app provided quick access to essential configurations via the Charms bar or Start screen, focusing on core areas like personalization, devices, and power management. With the release of Windows 10 in 2015, it was rebranded simply as Settings and expanded to encompass a broader range of advanced options, gradually incorporating functionalities previously exclusive to the traditional Control Panel while maintaining backward compatibility. In Windows 11, the interface received further refinements, including a streamlined sidebar navigation with labeled categories such as System, Bluetooth & devices, Network & internet, Personalization, Apps, Accounts, Time & language, Gaming, Accessibility, Privacy & security, and Windows Update, enhancing usability and integration with features like cloud syncing and AI-driven suggestions. The Settings app supports accessibility features like high-contrast modes, narrator integration, and keyboard navigation, ensuring inclusivity for diverse users. It can be accessed via the , Windows + I shortcut, or search, and is continually updated through Windows updates to align with new hardware capabilities and security standards. While the Control Panel remains available for legacy and advanced administrative tasks, Settings has become the recommended entry point for everyday configuration, promoting a unified and intuitive experience across Windows editions.

Introduction

Purpose and Functionality

The Settings app in Windows serves as the central, modern interface for users to customize and manage system preferences, optimized for both touch and interactions to address the fragmentation of legacy configuration tools in prior versions. It facilitates essential tasks such as adjusting display options, configuring network connections, and handling user accounts, providing a unified entry point that simplifies across devices. Designed with a modular structure, the app enables rapid access to frequently used configurations, allowing users to make adjustments without needing advanced technical expertise. This approach prioritizes ease of use and efficiency, organizing core functionalities into an intuitive framework that supports everyday maintenance and troubleshooting. Launched initially in Windows 8 as PC Settings, the app was developed to consolidate settings previously dispersed across multiple executables and interfaces in earlier Windows releases, accommodating both individual consumer needs and enterprise deployments. A key aspect of its functionality involves seamless integration with for delivering new features and enhancements, alongside support for policy enforcement through mechanisms like and (MDM), ensuring consistent configuration in managed environments.

Relation to Control Panel

The Control Panel has served as the central hub for system configurations in Microsoft Windows since its introduction with Windows 1.0 in 1985, utilizing Control Panel applets represented by .cpl files stored in the System folder to manage various hardware, software, and user settings. Prior to Windows 8, it provided a unified interface for accessing these applets, which third-party developers could also extend by adding custom .cpl files during installation. Beginning with , the Settings app has progressively absorbed many Control Panel functions to streamline , incorporating modern configurations while implementing redirects—such as links labeled "Open Control Panel"—to guide users to remaining legacy options during the transition. This migration strategy ensures , allowing users familiar with the Control Panel to access equivalent features without disruption, as exemplified by redirects in areas like system information and device management. In 2024, stated that many settings in the Control Panel are being migrated to the Settings app, with the process continuing in version 24H2 and subsequent updates, as of November 2025. As of November 2025, the Control Panel remains available alongside the Settings app, supporting ongoing migration without full removal. This migration effort continues after nearly four decades of the Control Panel's use, with emphasizing gradual changes to maintain compatibility with legacy dependencies. The current dual-interface approach maintains Settings as the primary venue for modern, (UWP)-based configurations, such as privacy and display options, while the Control Panel continues to handle legacy desktop application settings, including advanced management and certain hardware applets that require .cpl integration. This coexistence supports enterprise environments and older software that rely on Control Panel APIs, ensuring stability during the transition.

Development History

Origins in Windows 8 and 8.1

The Settings app in Windows originated as "PC Settings," a Metro-style application introduced with in October 2012, designed to provide a touch-optimized interface for basic system configurations. This new app allowed users to manage essential features such as connections, display settings for setups, and synchronization of user preferences like backgrounds and app data across devices via a . Unlike the traditional desktop-oriented Control Panel, PC Settings was accessible through the Charms bar, emphasizing a simplified, context-sensitive experience for quick adjustments like network access and power states. In , released in October 2013, PC Settings underwent significant expansion to address the original version's constraints, incorporating a broader range of categories that duplicated many functions previously exclusive to the Control Panel. New additions included enhanced search integration with an in-app Search button for easier navigation, as well as dedicated syncing options through SkyDrive (later rebranded as ), where users could manage storage, files, and automatic backups directly from the app's interface. This update transformed PC Settings into a more comprehensive tool, supporting features like file history and PC refresh options while maintaining its focus on mobility and cloud services. PC Settings adopted a sidebar layout with categorized navigation on the left side, prioritizing touch-first interactions for tablet users by using large, tappable elements and gesture support, such as swiping from the screen edges. However, the initial implementation in was criticized for its incompleteness, offering only a limited subset of configurations and requiring users to fall back to the Control Panel for advanced tasks like detailed networking setups or options. This hybrid approach highlighted the app's role as a foundational step toward unifying settings access, though it fell short of fully replacing legacy tools in its first generations.

Evolution in Windows 10

With the release of in 2015, the application previously known as PC Settings in was officially renamed to Settings, adopting a distinctive gear icon for quick recognition and achieving full implementation as a (UWP) app to enhance performance, touch responsiveness, and integration across devices. This shift marked a pivotal maturation, addressing early constraints from 's PC Settings by expanding its scope to serve as the primary configuration hub while maintaining with the legacy Control Panel. The UWP foundation allowed for smoother updates and better resource efficiency, particularly on lower-end hardware. Throughout Windows 10's lifecycle, annual feature updates progressively enriched the Settings app, migrating functionalities from the Control Panel and broadening its utility. For instance, the Anniversary Update (version 1607) introduced dedicated notification management options under System > Notifications & actions, enabling users to fine-tune app alerts, banners, and sounds for improved personalization. Similarly, the October 2018 Update (version 1809) added support for a light theme in Settings, allowing independent theming from the system-wide dark mode, alongside reorganizations that ported more Control Panel features like font management and storage sensors into the app. By 2018, these enhancements had transferred a significant portion of Control Panel tasks to Settings, reducing reliance on the older interface for everyday adjustments. A key conceptual advancement was the integration of dynamic provisioning for enterprise environments, which leveraged Settings to facilitate zero-touch deployments via (MDM) solutions like . This allowed IT administrators to preconfigure devices remotely, applying policies for accounts, security, and apps without physical intervention, streamlining scalability for organizations. Complementing this, Cortana provided voice-assisted navigation, enabling users to query and access specific Settings pages (e.g., "Open ") for hands-free operation, particularly useful in mixed-input scenarios. Subsequent refinements focused on usability across form factors, with second-generation updates optimizing Settings for tablet mode through adaptive layouts that prioritized touch gestures, full-screen views, and simplified navigation to minimize desktop-oriented clutter. These changes ensured cross-edition consistency, delivering a uniform experience for , Pro, and Enterprise users—albeit with edition-specific toggles for features like —while supporting hybrid workstyles on convertibles and detachables.

Redesign in Windows 11 and Later Updates

Windows 11, released in October 2021, marked a major overhaul of the Settings application by fully integrating the Fluent Design system, which introduced rounded corners on interface elements for a softer aesthetic, translucent Mica and Acrylic materials to create depth and layering effects, and tighter alignment with the centered Start menu to streamline access from the taskbar. This redesign emphasized a more modern, cohesive visual language across the operating system, drawing on principles of light, depth, motion, material, and scale to enhance usability while maintaining familiarity for users transitioning from prior versions. Feature updates in subsequent releases built upon this foundation with targeted enhancements. The 22H2 update in September 2022 introduced configurable options for Snap Layouts directly within the Settings app under System > Multitasking, enabling users to toggle behaviors like snap suggestions and group retention for improved multitasking efficiency. The 23H2 update in October 2023 expanded Copilot integration by adding dedicated controls in Settings for managing the AI assistant's visibility, language preferences, and interactions, allowing seamless on-device AI assistance for queries. Version 24H2, released in October 2024, incorporated AI-powered recommendations in the & security section, where an on-device AI agent suggests personalized configuration adjustments while providing new toggles to control data usage for generative AI features. This evolution positioned the Settings app as the third generation in its lineage, prioritizing performance optimizations such as reduced resource overhead for quicker responsiveness and adaptive layouts that dynamically adjust for diverse form factors, including foldable devices with dual-screen capabilities. These changes, informed by broader UI principles established in earlier iterations, focused on scalability without overhauling core navigation structures. As of November 2025, continued delivering enhancements through version 25H2 (released September 30, 2025), including the "Agent in Settings" feature for Copilot+ PCs, which uses on-device AI to assist users in finding and adjusting settings via queries in the search bar. Additional refinements in & security provide toggles for managing apps' access to on-device generative AI models for text and generation. These updates also include incremental improvements to , such as enhanced customization for high-contrast modes. No major version transition, such as a Settings rewrite for Windows 12, has been announced, with committing to ongoing enhancements.

User Interface and Navigation

Layout and Visual Design

The Settings app in Windows utilizes a hierarchical layout consisting of a left sidebar that lists primary categories, such as and Bluetooth & devices, alongside a right pane that presents detailed sub-options and controls for the selected category. This organization facilitates intuitive by grouping related configurations while keeping the interface uncluttered. The emphasizes usability through clear visual separation, with ample spacing and readable typography to accommodate various user preferences. This structure has evolved significantly across Windows versions, transitioning from the full-screen, touch-optimized PC Settings interface in —intended for immersive tablet experiences—to a resizable windowed application in that integrated better with desktop workflows. In , it adopted a more compact view with a persistent left sidebar, reducing navigation friction and aligning with modern desktop paradigms. Incorporating the , the app applies principles like layered materials, subtle depth, and motion to create a cohesive visual experience. Animations provide smooth transitions between panes and elements, while support for variable refresh rates ensures fluid rendering on compatible displays, minimizing visual stutter during interactions. Theme integration allows automatic switching between light and dark modes based on the system-wide setting, dynamically adjusting colors, contrasts, and transparencies for optimal readability in varying lighting conditions. The interface features responsive design elements that adapt to different screen sizes and orientations, enabling seamless use across configurations where the app window can be dragged and resized independently on any display. Touch gestures, such as swiping to navigate categories or tapping to expand sections, are natively supported on touch-enabled devices, enhancing for hybrid input scenarios. Iconography throughout the app is standardized via the Segoe Fluent Icons font, which supplies scalable, outline-based symbols for categories and actions, ensuring consistency and scalability across resolutions.

Search and Quick Access Features

The Settings app in Windows includes a prominent search bar positioned at the top of its interface, allowing users to quickly locate and access specific configuration options by entering keywords or phrases. This functionality has been available since , where it supports practical queries such as "turn off ," which directly navigates to the relevant toggle or panel without requiring exact menu paths. The search mechanism is integrated with the broader system, leveraging the indexer to scan and categorize settings content for efficient retrieval, ensuring results appear categorized by relevance, such as system adjustments, privacy options, or device-specific controls. Complementing the in-app search, Windows provides the Quick Settings flyout, accessible via the Win+A, which offers immediate toggles for common adjustments like connectivity, , volume levels, brightness, and battery status. This flyout operates as a lightweight overlay separate from the full Settings app but maintains direct linkage; for instance, selecting the gear icon within it launches the complete Settings interface for deeper customization. Introduced in and refined in subsequent versions, Quick Settings prioritizes rapid interaction for everyday tasks, reducing the need to open the main app for simple changes. The Settings search extends beyond the app itself through seamless integration with the Start menu's search functionality, where typing queries like "change password" surfaces relevant Settings links alongside apps and files, with results organized by context and priority. Voice commands further enhance accessibility, formerly via Cortana in for hands-free navigation (e.g., "Hey Cortana, open display settings") and now through Copilot in , which processes spoken requests and delivers categorized outcomes without interrupting workflow. This voice integration ensures consistent behavior across input methods, with relevance-based sorting that prioritizes user intent. In version 24H2, search capabilities within Settings received significant enhancements via the Settings Search Agent, which introduces predictive suggestions powered by local AI models like the lightweight Settings Mu. This on-device AI enables more intuitive —limited to English—for queries that not only locate but also anticipate related actions, such as steps or automated adjustments, all while operating offline to ensure and speed. The feature runs entirely locally without cloud dependency, requiring user approval for any changes, and is configurable through policies like DisableSettingsAgent to balance functionality with control.

Key Configuration Areas

System and Display Settings

The System and Display settings in the Windows Settings app provide users with essential tools to configure hardware performance, , and visual output for optimal device operation. Accessed via Settings > , this section allows adjustments to core system parameters that affect usability across desktops, laptops, and setups. These options emphasize hardware-level tweaks, such as optimizing display quality and energy efficiency, without delving into user-specific data handling. Display configurations within this section enable precise control over visual output. Users can adjust screen resolution to match their monitor's native capabilities, ensuring sharp and clear visuals by selecting from available options in the Display settings. Scaling options range from 100% to 500%, allowing customization for high-DPI displays to make text and interface elements appropriately sized for readability on various screen sizes. Support for multiple monitors is integrated, where users can rearrange displays, extend or duplicate desktops, and set individual resolutions or orientations for each connected device. High Dynamic Range (HDR) support, introduced in Windows 10, permits enabling HDR content playback on compatible displays, enhancing color depth and contrast through settings that calibrate brightness and tone mapping for supported hardware. Power and sleep modes form a critical part of system management, particularly for battery-powered devices. Users configure screen and timeouts using sliders, setting durations for when the device enters on battery or plugged-in states to balance and responsiveness. Battery optimization features include power modes—such as Best power efficiency, Balanced, or Best —that dynamically adjust CPU and GPU usage to extend runtime, with recommendations for closing resource-intensive apps during low battery levels. These settings help mitigate idle power draw, ensuring laptops maintain without manual intervention. The About subsection offers a centralized view of device specifications and system information. It displays key hardware details, including the processor (CPU) model and speed, installed RAM capacity, and available storage on drives, aiding in troubleshooting or upgrade planning. Operating system build information, such as version number and edition, is listed alongside device name and product ID for quick reference. Storage management integrates here, showing usage breakdowns by categories like apps, temporary files, and system files, with options to clean up space or configure automatic optimization. Notifications for system updates or low storage alerts further enhance proactive maintenance. Windows 11 introduced enhancements to these settings for smoother performance and reduced distractions. Dynamic Refresh Rate (DRR) automatically adapts the display's —up to 120Hz—based on content demands, switching between high rates for smooth animations and lower rates for static tasks to conserve power without user input. Focus scheduling, via automatic rules, allows setting time-based activations, such as during specific hours or when connected to work networks, to suppress non-essential notifications and prioritize tasks.

Accounts and Privacy Controls

The Accounts section in Windows Settings manages user profiles, enabling users to configure for enhanced functionality or local accounts for standalone operation. A integrates seamlessly with Windows services, allowing synchronization of settings such as themes, passwords, and preferences across multiple devices, which is not possible with local accounts that remain device-specific. Family safety features, introduced in Windows 10, provide through the Family & other users subsection, including limits, content filtering, and activity reporting for child accounts linked via . Privacy controls are centralized in the Privacy & security subsection, offering a dashboard to monitor and adjust data access. Users can manage app permissions, which determine access to features like camera, microphone, and contacts for individual applications, ensuring granular control over data sharing. Location services can be toggled globally or per app, with options to clear location history and set default access levels to prevent unauthorized tracking. Diagnostic data levels include Required (basic telemetry for security and updates) and Optional (full data for product improvement), configurable to limit information sent to Microsoft while viewing collected data via the Diagnostic data viewer tool. As of 2025, controls also include settings for the AI feature, available on Copilot+ PCs. Under & security > & snapshots, users can toggle the saving of screen snapshots for AI-powered search, enable filters for sensitive content, and manage or delete stored data. This feature has drawn concerns due to the potential exposure of screen content, prompting to implement opt-in requirements and . For Microsoft Copilot, privacy options such as toggles for model training on text and voice inputs, as well as personalization of conversation memories, are available within the Copilot app (accessed via profile icon > Settings > Privacy). These allow users to opt out of using their prompts and responses for AI improvement and control data retention across devices via linked Microsoft accounts. Sign-in options, accessible under Accounts, support secure authentication methods beyond passwords, including PIN for quick entry, Windows Hello for biometric verification via facial recognition or fingerprint, and dynamic lock that automatically secures the device when a paired device moves out of range. Work or school accounts are separated in the Access work or school subsection, allowing connection to organizational Azure Active Directory without affecting personal settings, thus maintaining distinct profiles for professional and private use.

Future Developments

Ongoing Enhancements

The version 24H2 update, released in late 2024, integrated dedicated settings for feature, an AI-driven tool that creates a searchable timeline of user activities on the device. Accessible via Settings > Privacy & security > & snapshots, these options allow users to enable or disable snapshot capture with a simple toggle switch, emphasizing opt-in privacy controls to address concerns over data storage and security. enhanced 's architecture to include just-in-time and local processing, ensuring snapshots are not transmitted off-device without user consent. To support hybrid work scenarios, recent Settings updates have introduced refinements to remote desktop configurations, optimizing connectivity for distributed teams. Remote Desktop settings have been refined for better performance and security, including streamlined host discovery and multi-monitor support, accessible under > Remote Desktop. As of November 2025, beta testing for version 25H2 in the Insider Program has introduced expanded accessibility enhancements, particularly refinements to voice navigation via the Voice Access feature. These updates include customizable "wait time before acting" options to reduce accidental activations and broader language support, such as Japanese and Chinese dialects, allowing users to dictate, navigate menus, and interact with Settings using voice commands without physical input. This builds toward more inclusive controls, with Voice Access integrated into quick settings for easier toggling.

Phasing Out Legacy Elements

Microsoft has been systematically migrating functionalities from the legacy Control Panel to the modern Settings app, a process that accelerated in and continued through updates. By late 2025, a significant portion of Control Panel applets, including those for display, network, and user accounts, have been integrated into Settings, though some legacy components persist. For instance, advanced audio configurations, such as detailed sound scheme management, remain accessible primarily through Control Panel applets like mmsys.cpl due to their reliance on older APIs. To ensure during this transition, employs URI schemes such as .ms-settings: protocols, which allow applications and scripts to redirect users directly to equivalent pages in the Settings app without disrupting workflows. These URIs serve as a bridge, automatically routing legacy calls—originally intended for Control Panel—to the updated interface, minimizing user friction for both individual and enterprise environments. For example, invoking ms-settings:display opens the display configuration in Settings, effectively replacing older control.exe invocations. In enterprise settings, this phasing out carries important implications, particularly for IT management tools like , which now include policies to restrict or hide specific Control Panel items and deprecate .cpl file dependencies. Administrators can use Administrative Templates or the Settings Catalog in Intune to prohibit access to legacy applets, enforcing exclusive use of the Settings app for compliance and reasons; this helps phase out reliance on .cpl files, which are thin wrappers for outdated services. Such policies support a controlled migration, ensuring that managed devices prioritize modern configurations while maintaining compatibility for critical legacy applications. Microsoft's 2024 announcements outlined an ongoing roadmap for this migration, with recent updates absorbing final categories such as regional formats, time servers, and language preferences into Settings, signaling a continued push toward full consolidation without a firm end date for Control Panel removal. This approach allows for iterative enhancements, ensuring that remaining legacy elements, like certain printer or audio tools, are addressed in future releases as dependencies are resolved.

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