How to Manage Folders in Windows 11 Start Menu

This post shows students and new users how to add or remove folders from the start menu in Windows 11.

Windows 11 has a new Start menu in the middle of the screen. The Start menu also contains shortcuts to all your apps, settings, and files. This new menu can be customized to show which folder shortcuts appear on the bottom of the menu next to the Power button.

Adding or removing folders from the Windows 11 Start menu can help you organize your frequently used folders and access them easily. Windows 11 shows some common folders by default, such as Documents, Downloads, and Pictures.

However, you may want to add or remove other folders you frequently use or do not use. Customizing the Start menu folder shortcuts can help you save time and be more productive by providing quick access to the files and folders you need.

To get started with adding or removing folders from the new start menu, follow the steps below:

How to add or remove folders on Start from Settings

To add, remove, or customize folder shortcuts on the Start menu, click on Start and then go to Settings, as shown in the image below.

Then go to Personalization and scroll down to Start, as shown in the image below.

On the Start settings page, click Folder, as shown below.

That will be the Folder settings page. You can choose what folder shortcuts to show on the Start menu next to the Power button.

After that, the new Start button should look similar to the one below:

Next time, simply right-click on the shortcut list and click Personalize this list.

It should open the shortcut folder list, where you can remove or add additional folders to the personalized list.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

Customizing the Start menu in Windows 11 allows users to efficiently organize and access their frequently used folders. Here are the key points to remember:

• The Start menu is centrally located for easy access to apps, settings, and files.
• You can add or remove folders to tailor the menu to your preferences.
• Common folders like Documents, Downloads, and Pictures are available by default.
• Customization enhances productivity by providing quicker access to essential files.
• The process involves navigating to Settings > Personalization > Start > Folder to make adjustments.
• Personalize your shortcut list by right-clicking the shortcut area for future modifications.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your Start menu is perfectly suited to your needs.