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You can deactivate the new Start menu in Windows 10 using suitable programs. These restore the look of older Windows versions
Windows 10: Deactivate the new Start menu via external programs
Windows 10 does not offer the option of deactivating the Start menu via the view or system settings. You must use external programs for this.
- Depending on which start menu you prefer, different programs are available to you. Open Shell is one of the most popular, as it gives you the start menu of Windows 7 and other variants.
- This is the successor to Classic Shell, which also brings back the Vista start menu in addition to Windows 7. This is just a small selection of programs that are suitable for it.
- Download and install the desired program. In the case of Open Shell, the classic menu will be activated immediately and you will no longer use the new Start menu.
- When you open Open Shell, you can then make changes to the design. This makes it possible to customize the style to your preferences.