app organization

Winsage
April 7, 2025
The Windows 11 Start menu has faced criticism for its layout and limited customization options, prompting Microsoft to make minor adjustments, including the introduction of folder creation for shortcuts in late 2022. A significant redesign is expected in 2025. Third-party alternatives like Start11, StartAllBack, and Open Shell Menu provide users with more customizable options. Start11 costs .99 and offers seven distinct layouts, extensive customization features, and enhancements for the Taskbar. StartAllBack, priced at .99, provides three themes and similar customization options. Open Shell Menu is a free alternative that allows users to choose from various layouts and customize the Start button's appearance.
AppWizard
April 7, 2025
The Google Pixel Watch 3 allows users to customize their experience by switching between list view and grid view for app organization. In list view, apps are arranged alphabetically, while grid view displays three icons per row for intuitive navigation. To switch to grid view, tap the side Crown, scroll to the bottom of the App List, select the App View option with the grid icon, and the apps will display in grid format. The Google Pixel Watch 3 is noted for its enhancements, particularly in battery life, and integrates well with other smart devices, making it a popular choice in the smartwatch market.
Winsage
April 4, 2025
Microsoft is redesigning the Start menu in Windows 11, which will feature a wider panel for easier pinning of applications and the ability to disable recommendations for files and apps based on usage history. The new design consolidates Start menu elements into a single, scrollable panel and introduces grid and category views for app organization. These changes are currently in development and not yet officially confirmed.
Winsage
February 21, 2025
Microsoft has released two test builds of Windows 11: Insider Preview Build 22635.4950 (KB5052078) in the Beta Channel and Insider Preview Build 26120.3291 (KB5052080) as an optional release in both Beta and Dev Channels. Build 26120.3291 introduces a semantic search capability, allowing searches by descriptive terms, but is limited to Qualcomm-powered Snapdragon PCs. Users of the Recall feature will lose all saved snapshots during the upgrade process. Build 22635.4950 tests a new Share interface that simplifies file sharing through a drag-and-drop mechanism. The Start menu will receive new configuration options, including a grid view and a "categories" view for app organization. These updates will be available to Windows Insiders receiving updates for Windows 11, version 24H2.
AppWizard
December 6, 2024
One UI 7 has been released in beta form, introducing new app organization features, including a vertical list for easier scrolling through applications. Users can also choose to revert to a traditional layout via the overflow menu. Additional enhancements include improved viewing options for notifications and Quick Settings, creating a more user-friendly environment. The new vertical interface may feel familiar to users transitioning from other Android devices.
AppWizard
September 22, 2024
User experience in smartwatches is crucial for navigating app interfaces. The author compared the Apple Watch 6 and Galaxy Watch 4, noting that Samsung's app drawer offers an organized and customizable grid, allowing users to sort apps alphabetically or manually. In contrast, Apple's method lacked consistency, causing confusion for the author. The introduction of the Pixel Watch initially presented an app drawer in a list format, which was inefficient and frustrating. However, the Pixel Watch 3 introduced a grid view option, allowing users to see nine app icons simultaneously, enhancing usability and making app access easier. The author prefers the grid view for its intuitive design and efficiency.
AppWizard
July 31, 2024
A disorganized home screen can hinder productivity for Android users due to the abundance of applications. Android allows users to create folders for app organization by long-pressing an app and dragging it onto another app, which helps streamline the home screen and enhance accessibility and aesthetics.
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