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How to Enable or Disable Developer Mode in Windows 11 - Sneakyone - 09-09-2024
How to Enable or Disable Developer Mode in Windows 11
Developer Mode in Windows 11 allows users to install apps from outside the Microsoft Store, use advanced debugging tools, and enable device portal for remote deployment of apps. This guide will walk you through the steps on how to enable or disable Developer Mode in Windows 11.
Step 1: Open the Settings App
1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings app.
2. In the left-hand sidebar, click on Privacy & Security.
Step 2: Access For Developers Settings
1. Scroll down the Privacy & Security section and click on For developers.
2. In this section, you will find options related to Developer Mode and other development features.
Step 3: Enable Developer Mode
1. Under the Developer Mode heading, toggle the switch to On.
2. A warning message will appear stating that enabling Developer Mode can expose your device and personal data to security risks. If you're sure you want to proceed, click Yes.
Quote:Note: Enabling Developer Mode allows you to install and test apps from sources other than the Microsoft Store, including custom apps developed by yourself.
Step 4: Disable Developer Mode
1. If you no longer need Developer Mode, you can easily disable it. To do so, simply toggle the switch under Developer Mode to Off.
2. Disabling Developer Mode will remove access to advanced development features, such as installing apps from external sources.
Step 5: Additional Developer Mode Features (Optional)
Once Developer Mode is enabled, you can explore and use other advanced features, including:
1. Device Portal: Enable Device Portal to remotely manage, deploy, and debug apps on your Windows 11 device from another machine.
2. Device Discovery: Turn on Device Discovery to detect and pair your PC with other devices over a network for development purposes.
These features are useful for developers who need remote access to deploy and test apps on different devices.
Step 6: Enable Developer Tools (Optional)
After enabling Developer Mode, you can also install additional tools like the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) and other developer toolkits:
1. Go to the Optional features page by pressing Windows + I, then navigating to Apps > Optional features.
2. Click View features to add developer tools such as Hyper-V, Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), and more.
Conclusion
Enabling Developer Mode in Windows 11 opens up a wide range of features for developers, including the ability to install and test apps from various sources and use advanced debugging tools. If you no longer need these features, you can easily disable Developer Mode to restore the default security settings. Follow this guide to manage Developer Mode on your device as per your requirements.