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Personalizing Windows 11

1. The New Start Menu

Step 1: Open the Start Menu

• Click the Windows icon in the center of the taskbar.
• Or press the Windows key on your keyboard.

Step 2: Explore the Layout

• Pinned apps: Quick access to frequently used apps.
• Recommended: Recently opened files and apps.
• Search bar: Quickly find apps, files, or settings.

Step 3: Customize the Start Menu

1. Right-click an app to:
   • Pin to Start
   • Unpin from Start
   • Move to top

2. Go to Settings > Personalization > Startto:
   • Show/hide recently added apps
   • Show most used apps
   • Customize layout

2. The Redesigned Taskbar

Step 1: Understand the Layout

• Centered icons: Apps and Start button are centered by default.
• System tray: On the right, includes clock, network, sound, and notifications.
• Task view: Shows open windows and virtual desktops.

Step 2: Customize the Taskbar

1. Go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar.
   
2. Options include:
   • Align icons left or center
     
   • Show/hide search, task view, widgets, chat
     
   • Manage system tray icons
     

Step 3: Pin and Unpin Apps

• Right-click an open app and select Pin to taskbar.
  
• Right-click a pinned app and choose Unpin from taskbar.