If you have a Windows computer with Intel graphics, Intel Graphics Command Centre is needed to control display settings, performance options, and other graphics features. However, the app can sometimes fail to open or go "Not Responding". Most of the time, the problem isn't usually the Intel graphics hardware itself, but rather that the Microsoft Store app package is damaged, an update has left background components out of sync, or your system is using a different Intel graphics application designed for newer hardware. Thankfully, there are a few ways you can fix this, so follow along as we guide you through the steps.

Takeaways:

  1. What's causing Intel Graphics Command Center Not Opening on Windows 11?
  2. What Intel software should you use for Windows 11?

How to Fix Intel Graphics Command Center Not Opening on Windows 11

Before you do anything else, check if Intel Graphics Command Center is the correct software for your system. Intel Graphics Command Center requires a 6th Generation Intel Core processor or newer, Windows 10 or Windows 11, a compatible Intel graphics driver, and an internet connection.

Newer Intel systems no longer use Command Center as the primary graphics application. Intel Graphics Software is included with newer drivers for many 12th Gen Intel Core systems and Intel Arc products.

Note: Grab the correct software from your motherboard manufacturer's website. Find the board, and it will show all the software downloads you need for it.

Restart Windows and Launch Command Center From Start

  • Restart your computer completely.
  • Open the Start menu after Windows loads.
  • Search for Intel Graphics Command Center.
  • Launch it directly from the search result.

If it opens without any issues, the problem was probably caused by a broken shortcut or a background component issue. You can enable tray icons, hotkeys, and other preferences again from inside the application settings. I

Repair and Reset Intel Graphics Command Center

When the app appears in Windows but won't open, the Microsoft Store package is probably damaged. So try using the Repair or Reset option.

  • Open Settings > Apps.
  • Select Installed apps.
  • Find Intel Graphics Command Center.
  • Open Advanced options.
  • Select Repair.
  • Try opening the app again.

Fix Intel Graphics Command Center Not Opening on Windows 11

If repair does not work, return to the same menu and choose Reset.

Reinstall Intel Graphics Command Center From the Microsoft Store

There are a couple of ways to do this. Either get the software from the official Intel website (for your hardware) or you can use the Microsoft Store method. I would personally use the website rather than the Microsoft Store but it's entirely up to you.

  • Open Settings > Apps.
  • Uninstall Intel Graphics Command Center.
  • Restart Windows.
  • Open Microsoft Store.
  • Search for Intel Graphics Command Center.
  • Install the application again.

If Microsoft Store itself cannot install or update applications, fix the Store first by installing Windows updates, updating the Store app, and using Windows repair options for Store applications.

Clean Reinstall GPU Drivers using Display Driver Uninstaller

If it has been a while since you clean installed your GPU drivers, do it now using DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller)

  • Download Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU).
  • Download the latest stable GPU drivers from:
  • Disconnect your PC from the internet.
  • Run DDU and completely remove your graphics drivers.
  • Restart your system.
  • Install the latest GPU driver.
  • Restart again and reconnect to the internet.