Video Summary: New Start Menu Design in Windows 11

Introduction

• Discussion of Microsoft's new internal test for the Windows 11 start menu.
• Unclear if and when it will officially roll out.
• Encouragement to subscribe and like the video for channel support.

Start Menu Changes

• Introduction of a new start menu layout that integrates the old menu and pin page.
• Ability to disable the recommended section, though not intuitively.
• Start page settings are updated, removing options to change start menu layout directly.

Design Features

• Frame Size:
  • Bigger frame allows up to eight pins per row and two rows by default.
  • "Show All" button expands to show all apps.
• Recommended Section:
  • Wider frame allows up to three items per row.
  • Additional button for accessing recent files if needed.
• Views:
  • Option to switch between category view and legacy list.
  • Grid view for apps is available.

Functionality

• Ability to show all pinned apps permanently.
• Option manipulation to remove the recommended section.
• Previous design features like app grouping into folders remain.

Issues and Feedback

• Search box overlaps with the new start menu design.
• Search interface size differs, suggesting integration like Windows Vista/7.
• Query results should appear within the same interface.

Comparison with Current Design

• Old design allows pinning only six apps, recommended section can't be disabled.
• New design considered better but still needs refinements.

Accessing the New Design

• The new design requires manual enabling using the Vive tool on preview versions of Windows 11.
• Specific instructions for download and installation are provided, including command prompts to enable or disable.

Conclusion

• Encouragement to interact with the channel and provide feedback about the new start menu design.
• Thanks for viewing the video.