Windows 11 users have new options to customize their Start Menu by removing the Recommended and All apps sections, providing a cleaner interface for pinned apps.
Methods for Customization
Users can disable the Recommended items through Windows Settings by navigating to Personalization > Start and turning off all recommendation toggles. This action hides or shrinks the Recommended section but does not remove the All apps section.
For more comprehensive changes, users can utilize the Group Policy Editor available in Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions. By enabling specific policies, users can remove both the Recommended and All apps sections from the Start Menu. This requires a system restart to take effect.
Registry and PowerShell Options
Home edition users can achieve similar results by editing the Registry. Creating specific DWORD values under designated keys can remove the sections. It's recommended to create a system restore point before making these changes.
Alternatively, PowerShell provides a command-line method to remove the All apps section. Running a specific script as an administrator will apply the changes after a restart.
These customization options allow users to streamline their Start Menu, focusing on pinned applications and enhancing the overall user experience.
