Wi-Fi Option Missing From Settings Windows 11 Fix [2026]
Quick Answer: Wi-Fi option missing because the wireless adapter is disabled or driver failed. Enable in Device Manager and restart WLAN AutoConfig service.
Symptoms
- Wi-Fi toggle missing from Quick Settings
- No wireless networks shown
- Only ethernet option visible
- Wi-Fi was working yesterday
Root Cause
Wireless adapter disabled, driver failure, or WLAN AutoConfig service stopped.
Fix
Method 1: Enable Wi-Fi Adapter
- Device Manager → Network adapters
- Find Wi-Fi adapter → Right-click → Enable device
Method 2: Start WLAN Service
Start-Service WlanSvc
Set-Service WlanSvc -StartupType Automatic
Method 3: Update/Reinstall Driver
Get-PnpDevice -Class Net | Where-Object {$_.FriendlyName -like "*Wireless*" -or $_.FriendlyName -like "*Wi-Fi*"} | Update-PnpDevice
Method 4: Physical Wi-Fi Switch
Check laptop for physical Wi-Fi switch or Fn + F-key combination (usually F2, F10, or F12).
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FAQ
Q: Did Windows Update break this? A: Sometimes updates disable adapters. Re-enable in Device Manager.
Q: Is my Wi-Fi card broken? A: Unlikely. Check Device Manager first for hardware detection.
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