Several of the more powerful applications, tools and utilities available in Windows 10 are locked behind disabled settings and a labyrinth of configurations menus. We can reach some of these power tools through Developer Settings. Lets get started.
This is for Windows 10 devices
Access Developer Settings
- Click the Start button
- Select Settings (the gear icon)
- Select Update & Security
- Select For Developers
My wifes computer always wants to only install apps from the Microsoft Store. To turn this off, select Sideload apps which allows third party apps to be installed
I suggest you leave Developer mod setting disabled
Device Portal and Device Discovery is to see, configure and manage your PC remotely over a network or USB connection. Unless you have a need for this, leave the features unchecked. See following image:
To view or change the other features, scroll down the right pane (For Developers)
The File Explorer
Note! In the File Explorer, Remote Desktop and Powershell sections, click the Show Settings blue link to view or change the setting. If you change a setting, remember to click OK at the bottom of the dialog box to save your change.
These options will be familar to power users. The benefits of the settings are fairly self-explanatory. Refer to below image:
Click Apply to save any changes
Remote Desktop Functions
Remote access to a workstation connected to a local enterprise network through a VPN is often required. To enable a secure remote connection, these settings must be enabled. See following image:
Click Apply to save any changes
The Powershell
This allows developers to run special utility scripts that have no certificate associated with them. If you are not running Powershell scripts on a regular basis, its best to leave the setting disabled. Refer to following image:
Click Apply to save any changes
While many of the configurationn settings located in the For Developers section can be managed from other configuration menus and screens, in Windows 10 they are conviently located in a central location. In previous versions of Windows, power users had to track down these settings. Now, they are in one place.
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