Restore Windows Classic Start Menu in Windows 11

This brief tutorial shows students and new users how to restore Windows Classic Start Menu in Windows 11.

Windows 11 has a new start menu with live tiles containing shortcuts to apps, settings, and files. The new start menu looks refreshing and modern. However, not everyone will say the same thing.

If you want to go back to Windows classic menu similar to Windows 10, the steps below will show you how to get that back in Windows 11.

Windows 11 is a major release of the Windows NT operating system developed by Microsoft. Windows 11 is the successor to Windows 10 and it’s expected to be released later this year.

To get started with restoring Windows classic menu in Windows 11, follow the steps below:

First, search for regedit from the search box. Select Registry Editor from the search results as shown below.

When the registry editor opens, browse the path below:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced

Modify the DWORD named:

Start_ShowClassicMode

If you don’t see it, create a new DWORD (32-bit) Value and name it Start_ShowClassicMode

Then set the data value to:

0 or <delete> = Default Start Menu
1 = Classic Start Menu

Restart and you should see Windows classic menu restored.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

• Restoring the Windows Classic Start Menu in Windows 11 is a simple process.
• Using the Registry Editor allows users to customize their experience according to personal preferences.
• By modifying the Start_ShowClassicMode DWORD, users can switch between the new and classic start menus.
• A system restart is necessary for changes to take effect.
• This tutorial provides a quick and effective way for those who prefer the familiar layout of Windows 10.