Windows 11 is getting a new customizable Start menu, and I've gone hands-on to see just how configurable it is.

Windows 11's 2025 Start menu is rolling out to all users, as Microsoft prepares a resizable, more customizable version for later in 2026.

Microsoft has changed the way the Start Menu looks in Windows 11. Apart from displaying a Recommended section, it now displays a Category section, which makes the Start Menu look rather big. If you ...

To remove the Recommended and All sections from the Windows 11 Start Menu, first disable Recommended items in Settings under Personalization > Start by turning off all recommendation toggles. To ...

Windows 11 Start menu includes a Recommended section (just below the Pinned apps) showing new apps, recently added files, most used items, etc. If you find it useful, you can keep it that way. Those ...