[KB3205] Access the Tools menu and Advanced setup in ESET Windows home applications

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Solution

Access the Tools menu

  1. Open the main program window of your ESET Windows application.

  2. Click Tools.

Access Advanced setup

  1. Open the main program window of your ESET Windows application.

  2. There are two ways to access Advanced setup:

    • Press the F5 key on your keyboard
    • Click Setup → Advanced setup
    Type in your Settings password

    You may be prompted to type a password to access Advanced setup.

Last Updated: May 15, 2026

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