Imagine this scenario: You buy a new computer or upgrade your system, and you need to adjust BIOS settings to disable a feature or change the boot priority.
You start frantically pressing keys like , , or during startup, but you fail repeatedly because the timing is too precise! Sometimes, you end up rebooting five times in a row without success.
This highlights the need for a smarter approach, especially in our fast-paced tech era. What if I told you could enter directly from the desktop?
In this article, —whether through registry edits —along with critical warnings to ensure success without errors.
Our method relies on adding a shortcut to the right-click context menu. We’ll create a shortcut that grants instant access to the BIOS.
⏩ Step 1: Open the “” Window
Press + , type regedit, and hit Enter.
You’ll see security warnings → Click to proceed.
⏩ Step 2: Navigate to the Registry Path
Go to in the left sidebar:
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\DesktopBackground\Shell
Here, -click menu shortcuts.
⏩ Step 3: Create a New Key Named “Open UEFI Settings”
Right-click the folder → → → Name it:
BIOS (you can use any preferred name).
⏩ Step 4: Enter the Magic Command!
Inside the new key, create a subkey named .
Double-click the value → Paste this command:
shutdown /r /fw /t 0
(Note: This command directs the system to reboot and enter BIOS immediately.)
1- Right-click any empty area on your desktop → “BIOS” → Click it!
2- Your PC will reboot instantly and take you directly interface—no key presses required!
To customize further and add an icon:
⏩ Step 1: Download an Icon
, download one, and convert it to .format. Many websites offer free icon conversion.
⏩ Step 2: Edit the Registry to Add the Icon
Go back to the key → Right-click the right panel → → → Name it .
Double- → Enter the icon’s file path, e.g.:
C:\Icons\bios_icon.ico
To copy the icon’s path: Hold → Right-click the icon → Select ““.
(Note: Replace the path with the actual location on your system.)
⏩ Step 3: Test the Result
Right- → The shortcut will now appear with your custom icon!
Now that you’ve learned how to enter BIOS via a right-click shortcut, you no longer need to struggle with frantic key presses or perfect timing during boot.
This trick isn’t just a time-saver—it’s a gateway to exploring advanced settings that once seemed daunting. Try it today, and share this article with friends who face the same struggle! 💻✨