14 DAY TRIAL // One of the biggest changes introduced by Microsoft with the debut of Windows 11 is an all-new Start menu inspired by Windows 10X.
The new design no longer uses live tiles, as the software giant wanted to use a more static approach that makes more sense given the OS redesign.
At the same time, the Start menu is now centered, something that those looking for a familiar Windows experience might not like at all.
This new small app, however, comes in handy for anyone who wants the Windows 10 Start menu on Windows 11. In other words, it lets you restore the previous Start menu version even after the update to Windows 11, and of course, you’re getting both the classic design and the Start page-inspired approach that goes full screen.
Simply called Native Windows 10 Start menu for Windows 11 and published on GitHub, the app comes with just one bug, as the Start menu is sometimes slow to exit.
Microsoft and the Windows 11 Start menu
In the meantime, Microsoft sees the Start menu redesign as a major step forward for Windows 11.
“We’ve simplified the design and user experience to empower your productivity and inspire your creativity. It’s modern, fresh, clean and beautiful,” Microsoft said when it announced Windows 11.
“From the new Start button and taskbar to each sound, font and icon, everything was done intentionally to put you in control and bring a sense of calm and ease. We put Start at the center and made it easier to quickly find what you need. Start utilizes the power of the cloud and Microsoft 365 to show you your recent files no matter what platform or device you were viewing them on earlier, even if it was on an Android or iOS device.”
At this point, the rollout of Windows 11 is still underway, as Microsoft plans all eligible devices to be offered by the new OS by the summer of this year.