How to Organize Windows 11 Start Menu Apps into Folders
Windows 11 Start menu folders let you group related apps together in the pinned section so you can find them faster and cut down on scrolling. Starting with Windows 11 version 22H2, you can drag one app icon directly on top of another to create a custom folder, exactly like you do on your phone.
Sort your games, work programs, and favorite tools into neat categories to keep your screen tidy. Drag any app out of a folder whenever you want to undo the grouping.
Group apps by dragging one icon on top of another in the Start menu . Windows automatically creates a folder. You can rename folders by clicking the folder name and typing a new title.
Advanced Start Menu Customization
Manage your Start menu layout beyond folders to suit a specific workflow. Pin or unpin programs by right-clicking them and selecting Pin to Start or Unpin from Start. Reorder icons by clicking and dragging them to a preferred location.
Troubleshooting and Management
Troubleshoot a malfunctioning Windows 11 Start menu by checking relevant settings or restarting Windows Explorer . Restarting Explorer (the program responsible for managing the desktop and taskbar) often resolves display issues with the menu.
Summary
- Grouping apps keeps your Start menu tidy and organized.
- You can create folders by dragging one app icon on top of another.
- You can rename folders to keep your digital space categorized.
- You can easily add, remove, or rearrange your apps within these folders at any time.
- Customizing your Start menu layout helps improve your daily productivity.
Windows 11 Start Menu folders let you group your favorite apps together so your screen stays clean and easy to read. You can make a folder by dragging one app icon directly on top of another. Once you create a folder, you can click it to open the contents, drag in more apps, or change the folder name to match what is inside.
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