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Microsoft’s New Windows 11 Start Menu Is Finally Worth Exploring

Last Updated: 26.06.2025 05:45

Microsoft has quietly rolled out one of the most user-friendly changes to Windows 11 in months — a redesigned Start menu that finally makes navigation smoother and more intuitive.

Two view modes — choose between grid layout or smart categories like Work, Play, and Tools.

🎮 Bonus: Controller-Friendly Keyboard

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Scrollable app list — no more clicking through “All apps”; everything’s instantly accessible.

Adaptive scaling — large screens get up to 8 columns of pinned apps, small screens get 6, all perfectly responsive.

More customization — hide the "Recommended" section, rearrange app groups, and get more control over layout.

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New toggles — quickly access Phone Link and other utilities straight from Start.

If you use a gamepad or handheld PC, the new on-screen keyboard supports full navigation without a mouse or touchscreen. Logging in from your couch just got easier.

🧠 Final Thoughts

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This isn’t just a visual refresh. It’s a real usability upgrade — something Windows hasn’t delivered in a while. Whether you're working, gaming, or multitasking, this new Start menu feels faster, cleaner, and actually enjoyable to use.

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