Category layout

Winsage
February 22, 2025
A new Drag Tray feature allows users to share files by dragging them to a tray at the top of the screen, simplifying the sharing process. The Start menu can now be customized with a Grid view or a Category view for easier navigation. Windows Search has been updated to allow users to find images by typing a description instead of the file name, including images stored in the cloud. This search enhancement is currently available on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs, with support for AMD and Intel models expected soon.
Winsage
August 12, 2024
Microsoft is testing a new ‘Category’ layout for the Start menu in Windows 11, which serves as an alternative to the traditional ‘All apps’ section. This layout features solid-colored squares organized in blocks of four and is part of a broader initiative that includes a grid-based layout. The Category layout has become somewhat functional in the latest Windows 11 Beta channel build, but it remains hidden within the system. The timeline for the rollout of this feature in the upcoming Windows 11 update, version 24H2, is uncertain.
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