desktop customization

For as long as on-screen indicators for key system actions have existed in Windows, users have had minimal say in where these pop-ups—like the volume slider or brightness notification—appear. That is, until now. Microsoft is rolling out a subtle but highly requested change, giving Windows 11...

Mozilla’s drive for native Windows 11 integration is entering a new era. Firefox users running the Nightly build, specifically version 141 and above, are now witnessing the arrival of the highly anticipated Mica effect directly on the browser’s toolbar—a transformative step in the browser’s...

Windows 11 users, especially those who have longed for more control over their desktop environment, have something new to celebrate. In an era when Windows is often chided for its lack of customizability—particularly compared to Linux and even some versions of macOS—Microsoft’s latest move may...

Windows 11 users are once again witnessing a major transformation at the heart of their desktop experience: the Start Menu. Microsoft’s relentless drive to balance simplicity, power, customization, and visual appeal has birthed an overhauled Start Menu set to debut officially in an upcoming...

Maximizing usable screen space without compromising workflow is a continual challenge for many users, especially those working on compact displays or laptops. Windows 11, praised for its refined aesthetics and streamlined interface, delivers a range of customization options designed to help...

Microsoft's forthcoming Windows 11 update, version 24H2, introduces a redesigned Start menu aimed at enhancing user experience. This overhaul includes a more expansive, scrollable interface that consolidates pinned and installed applications into a single view. Notably, the update introduces...

The transformation of the Windows Start menu over three decades mirrors the changing relationship between users and their PCs, with each redesign becoming a focal point for both praise and controversy. With Windows 11’s upcoming 24H2 release, Microsoft is once again drawing a line in the...

If you’re bored with the default Windows 11 desktop, you’re not alone. The predictable design, static wallpapers, and familiar taskbar layout get old quickly—especially when powerful customization tools now put control back in your hands. Whether you want to overhaul your workspace with animated...

The evolution of the Start menu in Windows has always been a focal point for both casual users and power users alike, serving as the main gateway to system functions, pinned apps, and personalized recommendations. With Windows 11 24H2, Microsoft is once again reinventing the way people interact...

When connecting an external display to a Windows device, users often expect a smooth transition: the desktop stretches or mirrors effortlessly, icons fall into place, and the familiar wallpaper elegantly expands across newfound real estate. However, a seemingly trivial yet surprisingly common...

Windows users have long appreciated the operating system's flexibility when it comes to personalizing the desktop experience, with wallpaper choice and display configuration standing as one of the most visible aspects of this customization. However, for many power users and...

Few elements in the Windows ecosystem stir up as much excitement—and debate—as a major Start menu redesign. Microsoft’s latest overhaul to the Windows 11 Start menu, now being trialed in the Windows Insider Dev Channel with Preview Build 26200.5641 and related test releases, signals not just a...

Microsoft’s dramatic redesign of the Windows 11 Start menu is poised to deliver a more personalized and practical experience, and for once, it’s OLED monitor owners who have special cause to celebrate. Far more than a simple facelift, this update reflects an evolving vision for Windows—a vision...

The evolution of the Start menu in Windows has long been a point of both nostalgia and controversy for users spanning multiple generations of the operating system. Microsoft’s ongoing development strategy for Windows 11 appears keenly aware of this legacy—making the Start menu not just a hub for...

Here’s a summary of the new scrollable and customizable Start menu for Windows 11 according to the latest available updates: Key Features: Larger, Scrollable Start Menu: Users can now see all apps at the top level in a scrollable list—eliminating the need to move between pages to find apps...

Windows 11 represents a leap forward in Microsoft’s design language and user experience, but even its most ardent fans will admit it leaves certain productivity and customization wishes unfulfilled. The sleek Start menu, fluid taskbar animations, and new Snap Layouts make for an attractive...

For Windows power users seeking the ultimate in desktop efficiency, Stardock’s Fences has long held an almost legendary status. Now, with the release of Fences 6.0, the software cements its place as a must-have productivity upgrade for Windows 10 and Windows 11 environments. This latest version...

Stardock has officially released Fences 6, the latest iteration of its renowned desktop organization utility for Windows. This update introduces several new features aimed at enhancing user productivity and customization. Key Features of Fences 6: Tabbed Fences: Users can now combine multiple...

When Microsoft unveiled Windows 11, one of the most hyped features was its revamped widget system—an apparent spiritual successor to both Live Tiles and the much-loved Windows Gadgets from earlier eras. Pitched as dynamic, glanceable applets, Windows 11 widgets were designed to give users quick...

Few features in the Windows operating system are as iconic—and as frequently interacted with—as the taskbar. For millions of Windows users, this unassuming strip of shortcuts anchors their digital workflow, serving as the home base for open apps, notifications, and system controls. Yet despite...