Type “Control Panel” into the Start Menu, and it’s right there. Right-click the Start button and… oh, no, that’s just Settings.

Despite all their best efforts to marginalize the Windows 11 Control Panel, it’s still a vital tool for troubleshooting. We show you how to add direct access to your desktop.

Replacing the Windows Start menu If you want to really get serious about Start menu customization, you can replace the built-in offering with something completely new.

Finally, More Start Menu Control One of the most frustrating parts of Windows 11’s Start menu is how Microsoft forces the Recommended section on you.

With the right code and edits to the Registry File, you can add access to the Control Panel directly into Windows 11 File Explorer.

This new panel appears on the right side of the Start menu and should make it easier to check notifications, read text messages, and more.

Microsoft is adding new Android integration options to Windows 11, with the latest update bringing the Phone Link panel directly into the Start menu. This update is rolling out to Windows Insiders ...

Microsoft isn't ready to backtrack on Windows 11's major design changes yet, but at least it's testing out a few new ways to customize the OS.