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The slimdetours tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about ExplorerPatcher, a community utility that modifies Windows 11 shell behavior to restore classic taskbar, Start menu, and File Explorer features. Recent content highlights a pre-release version that fixes regressions and moves hooking to a new library, while cautioning about risks of modifying core system components. The tag is relevant for users interested in Windows customization, shell tweaks, and balancing functionality with system stability.
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    ExplorerPatcher Pre-Release Restores File Explorer Title Bar & Classic Start/Taskbar Fixes

    ExplorerPatcher’s latest pre-release restores the long-missed File Explorer title bar, patches several Start menu and taskbar regressions, and moves under-the-hood hooking to a new library — but it also ships with a short list of known quirks and a reminder that modifying core shell behavior...
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