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ManzanitaerHero
Iron Contributor
Jan 02, 2026

How to switch back to the classic layout in the new Windows 11 Start menu?

The Start menu on one Windows 11 computer has been forcibly locked to the “new” layout showing “All apps” (directly displaying the app list), with the “Start menu layout” option disappearing from settings. In contrast, another computer running the exact same system version and patches still retains the “old” classic layout (custom apps at the top, recommended apps below). How can the new menu be restored to the old layout?

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  • Idonteatshoes's avatar
    Idonteatshoes
    Copper Contributor

    Hey there, I see you need help with the Start Menu, as of right now, you can't switch back to the old Start menu, because the new one replaces it, if you need any other help just reply, have a good day

    -Random Internet Stranger

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