Microsoft is finally addressing one of Windows 11’s most criticized features—the Start menu. After years of user complaints about its cluttered and unintuitive design, the company is testing a major redesign that could make navigating your apps faster and simpler than ever.
Discovered in a recent Insider build, the revamped Start menu eliminates the much-maligned "Recommended" section, giving users full control over how they organize and access their apps. The new layout offers multiple viewing options, including a streamlined alphabetical list, a clean grid, or a categorized view—all accessible without unnecessary clicks.
For power users and casual PC owners alike, this change could be a game-changer. No more sifting through recently opened files or apps you rarely use. Instead, the focus is squarely on making your most important applications instantly accessible.
