Windows 10: Gaming block policy also blocks notifications settings access

Hello, my organization blocks access to Gaming mode on our Windows 11 corporate owned machines. We have recently discovered that it is likely also blocking user access to Notifications Settings. They can click on the button, but nothing happens. Found the following article: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/intune/configuration/device-restrictions-windows-10Specifically this portion: Gaming: When set to Block, this settingrevents access to the Settings app > Gaming area on the device.On Windows 11 22H2 and later, it hides the Settings app > S

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Controlled folder access blocking toast notifications no longer appear

When I first initiated "Controlled folder access" I would get toast notifications when a new app was blocked. I could then allow that app by opening the recently blocked app list , and make an exception for the blocked app.

A few weeks ago the toast notifications stopped for this feature (otherwise they are active). Now when a program fails to load, I have to toggle off controlled folder access and retry the program launch. If successful, I then manually locate that program to make an exception, as it does not appear in the recently blocked apps list.

How do I again receive toast notifications, and why are the blocked programs no longer appearing in the recently blocked apps list? Is there a means to manually clear the recently blocked list? This anti-ransomware feature has become a nuisance to manage.

Does anyone here use this?

 

How to block all games and also block 'Diep.io' website using settings in Microsoft Family

Hi Aziz,

To prevent child accounts from accessing apps online or play games, you can follow the steps below:

• On this link, sign in using the parent account.
• Select the account profile that you want to manage.
• Click More, and then select Apps, games & media.
• Check the app that you want to block under Block inappropriate apps and games.

You can also manage other online safety settings on this page.

Let us know if you need further assistance.

 

Block ALL Programs Except Allowed Ones

You can block programs using Windows Defender, for example (ignore the strange title): Please Wait... | Cloudflare E.g.