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4 Start menu changes are coming to Windows 11, and they will shape how you use your PC
Winsage
May 27, 2026

4 Start menu changes are coming to Windows 11, and they will shape how you use your PC

Microsoft is enhancing the Windows 11 operating system through its "Windows K2" initiative, focusing on Start menu changes that will be available via the Windows Insider Program. Key enhancements include: - The ability to resize the Start menu. - Dedicated toggles for showing or hiding the "Pinned," "Recommended," and "All" sections. - A separation of file recommendations from recent activities, allowing users to disable certain recommendations independently. These updates aim to improve customization and usability based on user feedback since the operating system's launch.
Windows 11 Will Finally Let Users Move and Resize the Taskbar
Winsage
May 20, 2026

Windows 11 Will Finally Let Users Move and Resize the Taskbar

Microsoft is making improvements to Windows 11 based on user feedback. Changes include extending the delay for Windows updates and testing new settings for taskbar and start menu customization. Users can now relocate the taskbar to the top, left, or right edges of the screen and customize icon alignment. A new option allows for a vertical layout with full labels for open windows. For smaller screens, users can reduce the taskbar size. The Start menu customization is being simplified, allowing users to show or hide sections like Pinned and Recommended, and choose between a Small or Large Start menu. Users can also conceal their name and profile picture from the Start menu.
Microsoft announces plans to let you put the taskbar in Windows 11 pretty much anywhere you want
Winsage
May 19, 2026

Microsoft announces plans to let you put the taskbar in Windows 11 pretty much anywhere you want

Microsoft is enhancing Windows 11 by improving the configurability of the taskbar and Start menu. Users can now position the taskbar on any edge of the desktop and align the Start button and icons in various configurations. A vertical taskbar option is available in slim or wider variants, and a thinner taskbar is designed for lower resolution displays. The Start menu will feature section-level toggles to show or hide Pinned, Recommended, and All sections, along with options to adjust its size and conceal personal information. The Recommended section will be rebranded as Recent, with improved accuracy in displaying recently installed applications and files. These updates will first be rolled out to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel over the coming weeks, with a public release expected in the next few months.
Microsoft is finally bringing the movable taskbar to Windows 11 - here's who can try it now
Winsage
May 19, 2026

Microsoft is finally bringing the movable taskbar to Windows 11 – here’s who can try it now

Windows 11 users can now reposition their taskbar to the top, bottom, left, or right of their screens with the latest update for Windows insiders. To use this feature, users must be on the latest experimental build and can access it through Taskbar settings. The update also allows users to customize the alignment of the Start button based on the taskbar's position and introduces options for smaller taskbar buttons. However, auto-hide and tablet-optimized settings are not supported in alternate positions, and touch gestures for these locations are still being developed. Additionally, users can expect changes to the Start menu, including independent control over the Pinned and Recommended sections, the ability to disable file recommendations without affecting recent files, size adjustments, and privacy options to hide personal information. Users must enroll in the Windows Insider Program to access these features, with broader rollout timelines remaining uncertain.
Improving Windows quality: Making Taskbar and Start more personal
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Improving Windows quality: Making Taskbar and Start more personal

Microsoft is enhancing the Windows experience by focusing on performance, reliability, and craftsmanship, with a commitment to transparency about updates. The Start menu and taskbar are receiving particular attention, with new customization options being introduced for users in the Experimental channel. Users can now reposition the taskbar to any edge of the screen, customize icon alignment, and view every window at a glance with ungrouped icons. A more compact taskbar option will also be available for smaller screens. The Start menu will feature section-level toggles for easier customization, separate controls for file recommendations, size settings, and the option to hide user names for privacy. The Recommended section will be renamed Recent to better reflect its purpose. These features will be gradually rolled out, with user feedback being encouraged through the Feedback Hub.
Why I'm still tweaking Windows 11's Registry, even after April's "improvements"
Winsage
May 15, 2026

Why I’m still tweaking Windows 11’s Registry, even after April’s “improvements”

Windows 11's April update includes performance boosts, a refined File Explorer, and a revamped Settings app, but primarily addresses existing issues rather than customization preferences. Users still face challenges with the lack of easily accessible customization options, leading many to rely on registry tweaks to adjust settings not available through the standard Settings menu. Key registry modifications include restoring the classic right-click menu, adding an "End Task" option to the taskbar's right-click menu, disabling Bing search in the Start menu, and removing the Recommended section from the Start Menu. These tweaks enhance functionality and convenience, as the updates do not sufficiently address user customizability concerns.
I forced myself to run Windows 11, and to be honest, I don't miss much about Windows 10
Winsage
November 25, 2025

I forced myself to run Windows 11, and to be honest, I don’t miss much about Windows 10

Windows 10 reached the end of its support, prompting an upgrade to Windows 11. Windows 11 is faster, with performance improvements claimed to be up to 2.3 times quicker than Windows 10, particularly on modern hardware. Boot times improved from 40 seconds to under 20 seconds. Battery life enhancements are reported, especially for modern devices. The Microsoft Store has been redesigned for a better user experience, allowing app uninstallation directly from the Store. The Start menu and Taskbar have been redesigned, with a more organized layout that enhances usability. The new context menu includes dedicated icons for frequently used functions. The classic Control Panel is missed, as its functionality has largely moved to the Settings app, which some find less simple. Overall, the upgrade to Windows 11 is considered worthwhile despite some areas needing refinement.
Copilot on Windows 11 has a new "Home" UI and it feels like a Start menu for AI
Winsage
September 9, 2025

Copilot on Windows 11 has a new “Home” UI and it feels like a Start menu for AI

Copilot on Windows 11 is being updated with a new "Home" tab that replaces the traditional chat-first interface. This Home UI serves as a central hub for accessing applications and files, resembling the Start menu. Users can toggle between the Home tab and the previous chat-focused interface. The Home tab features four dynamic cards that provide quick access to recently used files, but users must enable this feature in their settings. The "Jump back into your files" card pulls recent files from File Explorer’s Quick Access tab, offering options like Open, Attach to prompt, and Summarise. The "Attach to prompt" option allows users to drop files into the message compose box for analysis by Copilot. Other cards include access to previous conversations and a feature for document or code editing similar to ChatGPT’s Canvas. The "Get guided help with your apps" card displays recently used applications and initiates a Vision session for personalized assistance. Future updates are expected to introduce a ChatGPT-powered Agent that can open a terminal and browser within a Linux shell on an Azure cloud virtual machine, enabling automation of tasks. Microsoft aims to enhance Copilot's utility for managing documents and file searches on PCs.
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