Many Windows 11 features are kept hidden from users to reduce storage consumption; these are termed Optional Features. You get a dedicated section for Optional Features that lets you install & enable many new operating system features.
1. Add Optional Features on Windows 11
If you want to add optional features on Windows 11, follow these steps.
1. Click on the Windows 11 Start button and select Settings.
2. Click on Apps.
3. Scroll down and click the Optional features option on the right pane.
4. Click on the View features button behind the Add an optional feature or View features.
5. On the Add an optional feature pop-up, select the feature you want to install on your computer. For example, here, we have chosen the Wireless Display feature. Once done, click Next.
6. Click Install.
2. How to Remove Optional Features
If you don’t want to use the optional features, you can disable or uninstall them from the Settings app.
1. Click on the Windows 11 Start button and select Settings.
2. Click Apps.
3. Scroll down and click Optional features.
4. Your installed features will appear underneath the Installed Features section. You need to select the feature and click Uninstall.
3. How to Add Optional Features via Control Panel
Control Panel provides you with quick access to the Optional features. Here’s how you can access it.
1. Type Turn Windows Features on or off in the Windows Search. Open the relevant Control Panel item from the list.
2. On the Turn Windows features on or off prompt, check the features that you want to enable. Once done, click OK.
3. To remove the optional features, uncheck the options and click OK.
This guide is all about how to add or remove optional features on Windows 11. If you have any doubts about this, let us know in the comment box below.
