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Windows 11 users are celebrating — and roasting — Microsoft for bringing back classic taskbar features
Winsage
February 14, 2026

Windows 11 users are celebrating — and roasting — Microsoft for bringing back classic taskbar features

Microsoft has announced plans to reintroduce movable and resizable Taskbar options in Windows 11. Users on platforms like Reddit and Windows Central have expressed mixed reactions, with some feeling that the return of these features is more of a restoration than an innovation. Comments from users highlight skepticism about the significance of this change, with some questioning why it is being presented as a major effort given the resources available to Microsoft. Overall, the community is sharing a blend of relief and frustration regarding the reinstatement of these classic Taskbar features.
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Winsage
February 13, 2026

Windows 11 users are celebrating — and roasting — Microsoft for bringing back classic taskbar features

Microsoft has confirmed its intention to reinstate movable and resizable Taskbar options in Windows 11. This decision has generated mixed reactions from users on platforms like Reddit and Windows Central, with some expressing enthusiasm while others voice skepticism and frustration over the return of features that were previously removed. Users have commented on the ease of implementing these changes, questioning why it is being presented as a significant undertaking.
silver Android smartphone
Winsage
February 13, 2026

Windows 11 users are celebrating — and roasting — Microsoft for bringing back classic taskbar features

Microsoft has announced its intention to reinstate movable and resizable Taskbar options in Windows 11. This decision has generated mixed reactions from the community, with some users expressing enthusiasm and others skepticism regarding the delay in reintroducing these features. Long-time Windows users view the return of Taskbar customization as a restoration rather than an innovation. Comments on platforms like Reddit reflect frustration over the perception that restoring these features is a significant undertaking, with some users questioning why it wasn't addressed sooner.
Microsoft Store Web Now Lets You Install Multiple Windows Apps at Once
Winsage
November 6, 2025

Microsoft Store Web Now Lets You Install Multiple Windows Apps at Once

Microsoft has introduced a "Multi-app Install" feature on the Microsoft Store website, allowing users to select and install multiple Windows applications simultaneously. Users can bundle several applications into a single installer, which, when executed, initiates the installation of all chosen apps without requiring additional clicks or permissions. Currently, users can select from a curated list of 48 popular apps, including Netflix, Instagram, Apple Music, and Spotify. This feature is only available on the web version of the Microsoft Store, as the desktop application does not support it yet.
This App Brings the Classic File Explorer on Windows 11
Winsage
April 3, 2025

This App Brings the Classic File Explorer on Windows 11

Microsoft's File Explorer in Windows 11 has been criticized for being less responsive and lacking essential features compared to the Windows 10 version. The Wintoys application allows users to revert to the classic File Explorer interface with a single click. The latest version of Wintoys, 2.0.81.0, enables users to activate the classic File Explorer and download it for free from the Microsoft Store. Users can restore the Ribbon menu and classic context menu by toggling options in the Tweaks section. While the classic version is quicker, it does not match the performance of the original Windows 10 File Explorer. Wintoys also allows users to uninstall Microsoft Edge, which is usually restricted.
Debloat and optimize Windows 10 and 11 with open-source WinScript app
Winsage
February 6, 2025

Debloat and optimize Windows 10 and 11 with open-source WinScript app

WinScript is an open-source application designed to streamline the execution of various scripts and adjustments not readily accessible through the Windows 11 graphical user interface. It categorizes features into sections such as Tools, Debloat, Privacy, Telemetry, Gaming, and Performance. A key feature is the "View Script" tab, allowing users to preview actions before execution. WinScript helps users debloat their system by removing elements like widgets, preinstalled applications, Copilot, Edge, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Store. It also offers options to disable telemetry, restore the classic context menu, and integrates with the Chocolatey package manager for easy installation of applications and utilities. WinScript can be downloaded from its GitHub repository, available in both installer and portable versions.
Windows 11 optimization app xd-AntiSpy gets a new control panel and a plugin marketplace
Winsage
August 28, 2024

Windows 11 optimization app xd-AntiSpy gets a new control panel and a plugin marketplace

xd-AntiSpy has been updated to version 4.12.5, named GothamX. The update features a revamped settings page for centralized control, a new plugin marketplace for accessing various plugins from GitHub, and significant improvements in load times. Key updates include a dynamic settings form, a live Plugins/Marketplace page for direct downloads, and pre-installed options like the Debloater. xd-AntiSpy is a free, open-source tool available on GitHub, and users are advised to be cautious with third-party applications. An alternative, WinToys, is available through the Microsoft Store.
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