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technology1 month ago•69 min saved

Windows 11 Start Menu gets a three-section redesign with adaptive layout

Windows 11’s Start menu is getting a major overhaul rolled out in waves: it now splits into three sections—Pinned (two rows, up to eight pins per row), Recommended (recent files/apps with optional promoted Store apps), and All (automatically grouped by category with a Grid View option). The All view can be switched to Grid View for an alphabetical list, and the menu adapts its size to your screen resolution but cannot be resized itself. It also tightens Phone Link integration. You can trigger the update earlier via Windows Update settings or ViVeTool. Third-party replacements like Start11 remain popular for further customization. The rollout is staged and user reactions are mixed.

via Windows Central|

#grid-view #pinned #start-menu

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

Windows 11 November Update Introduces Redesigned Start Menu and Battery Features

Microsoft's November Windows 11 update (KB5068861) introduces a more customizable Start menu, improvements to the battery icon, and fixes for the Task Manager bug that caused it to run in the background, along with various other system fixes.

via Windows Central|

#patch-tuesday #start-menu #task-manager

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

Mastering Windows 11: Unlocking the Latest Features and Updates

Windows 11 is getting a major Start menu redesign with a new scrollable, categorized UI that is rolling out with the November 11 Patch Tuesday update, offering a more adaptive and customizable experience, though some issues and limitations remain.

via BleepingComputer|

#rollout #start-menu #technology

technology3 months ago•7 min saved

Windows 11's November 2025 Update: Top Features Unveiled

Microsoft's November 11, 2025, Windows 11 update introduces a redesigned Start menu, new security features like Administrator Protection, battery percentage display, updated File Explorer recommendations, fluid dictation for Voice Access, and improvements to Click to Do, enhancing user experience and security.

via Windows Central|

#ai-features #security #start-menu

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Windows 11: How to Access, Update, and Customize the Start Menu

Microsoft has rolled out a new version of the Windows 11 Start menu that simplifies access to all installed apps by eliminating the need to click 'All'. Users can customize the menu to show all apps in various views, and the update is available for certain Windows builds, with the option to enable it via Windows updates or using ViveTool for unsupported versions.

via theregister.com|

#features #microsoft #start-menu

technology4 months ago•10 min saved

Windows 11 Updates: New Start Menu, Bluetooth Sharing, and Enhanced Security

The latest optional update for Windows 11 introduces a redesigned Start menu that addresses previous criticisms by adding features like a scrollable all apps section, customizable categories, and better integration with Phone Link, making it more functional and customizable than before.

via Windows Latest|

#customization #start-menu #technology

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

Windows 11 Updates: New Start Menu and Insider Features

Microsoft has rolled out a new Start menu for Windows 11 versions 24H2 and 25H2, featuring a scrollable app section, new views, and Phone Link integration, along with improvements to File Explorer and battery indicators, available via optional update KB5067036.

via PCWorld|

#file-explorer #phone-link #start-menu

technology4 months ago•7 min saved

Windows 11 Updates: New Features, Redesigns, and Insider Previews

Microsoft has released the KB5067036 preview update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, introducing the Administrator Protection cybersecurity feature, a redesigned Start Menu, and various bug fixes and improvements across system components. The update is optional and can be manually installed, offering enhanced security and user experience features.

via BleepingComputer|

#administrator-protection #kb5067036 #start-menu

technology4 months ago•11 min saved

Microsoft Prepares Major Windows 11 Update with New Features and Improvements

Microsoft is testing a major Windows 11 update that includes a redesigned, more customizable Start menu, improvements to the Taskbar such as a new battery icon and animations, and new features for File Explorer, with a rollout expected soon for general users.

via Windows Central|

#feature-drop #file-explorer #start-menu

technology5 months ago•6 min saved

Enhanced Features in Windows 11 25H2 Start Menu

Microsoft has introduced a major upgrade to Windows 11's Start menu with versions 24H2 and 25H2, featuring a unified, scrollable interface, new layout options, enhanced customization, and mobile device integration, although some bugs and limited rollout are still present.

via pcworld.com|

#customization #mobile-integration #start-menu

technology5 months ago•2 min saved

Windows 11 Updates: Taskbar, AI, and Emoji Enhancements

Microsoft is rolling out Windows 11 preview builds with improvements to the taskbar's reliability and animations, as well as a new feature in the Start menu's Recommended section to showcase Copilot prompts, with options to disable these suggestions if desired.

via Neowin|

#copilot #start-menu #taskbar

technology5 months ago•8 min saved

Windows 11 25H2 Update: New Features, Removals, and Performance Improvements

Windows 11 version 25H2, set for release in Fall 2025, introduces significant features like an updated start menu, enhanced Phone Link integration, customizable lock screen widgets, improved energy management, and AI-supported functions, all with minimal upgrade effort for existing users and extended support for Home and Pro editions.

via PCWorld|

#25h2-update #new-features #phone-link

technology7 months ago•3 min saved

Free Tiny App Eases Windows 11 Frustrations

A user shares how MSEdgeRedirect, a free tool from GitHub, helps bypass Windows 11's default browser and search engine restrictions, allowing for a more personalized experience by redirecting searches and widgets to preferred browsers and services. Despite concerns about future compatibility, the tool currently works well and improves the Windows 11 user experience.

via PCWorld|

#customization #msedgeredirect #start-menu

technology8 months ago•5 min saved

Microsoft unveils new Windows 11 Start menu updates and redesigns

Microsoft is testing a major redesign of the Windows 11 Start menu, featuring a larger, scrollable interface with customizable options, including the ability to remove the 'Recommended' section. The new design is available in the latest preview builds and can be manually enabled using ViveTool for those not yet receiving the update through official channels.

via Windows Central|

#preview #redesign #start-menu

technology8 months ago•3 min saved

Try the New Windows 11 Start Menu and Features Today

Microsoft is rolling out a redesigned Start menu to Windows 11 Insiders on the Dev channel, featuring improved space utilization, customizable views, and a new phone integration screen, aiming to address previous usability issues and enhance user experience.

via ZDNET|

#insiders #start-menu #technology