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

Last Updated: 02.07.2025 13:55

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.

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

🧠 Final Thoughts

This couple paid $19M for 2 Jersey Shore houses. Then they demolished them. - NJ.com

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.

🎮 Bonus: Controller-Friendly Keyboard

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

10 Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now - Pitchfork

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

🚀 What’s New?

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

How do you fight the push and pull (manipulation) tactic if you want to win him?

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.

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