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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Microsoft is rolling out updates to the Windows 11 Start Menu for Windows Insiders, introducing new views, better scalability for larger screens, and improved mobile content management, though some features like Android and iOS device integration are delayed for European users until 2025.