One of the best things about PowerToys Run is the freedom to make it work exactly the way you want. Open PowerToys, navigate ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The Start menu is usually at the heart of everything you do on ...

Most Windows 11 users know about the regular Start menu with its colorful tiles and recommended apps. But Microsoft has tucked away a second Start menu that you should absolutely use. How to Access ...

Microsoft is having another go at redesigning the iconic Star menu by expanding its array of pinned shortcuts and letting you scroll to find more rather than clicking an "All" button, as you have to ...

Microsoft's secret new Start menu replacement is impressive — and might even be a sneak preview of what's on the way with Windows 12. The Windows Start menu isn’t the best search tool when it comes to ...

In the upper area, you can define the general layout and control how many icons should appear in the Start menu. In the Start menu settings, you can use sliders to specify what Windows 11 should and ...

A few weeks ago, sharp-eyed Windows enthusiasts discovered that Microsoft was working on a brand-new view for the Start menu. It would allow you to sort installed apps by category, creating a launcher ...

Microsoft is reworking the Windows 11 Start menu in 2025, hoping to make it faster, more personal, and easier to use. However, this has also led to the revelation of quite a few rejected designs, as ...