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A month with Windows 11: Is it any better now?

    Since the introduction of Windows 11, Windows users had mixed feelings about the new UI elements, the centered start menu, the new Mica effect and the WinUI design. That was back in 2021.


It is March of 2023 now, and after a huge number of updates, Windows 11 has refreshed itself internally- well, kinda. In this post I will go over some of the changes and improvements Windows has had, since its first release.


1. The Search Bar


Windows 11 now includes a search bar, which is basically a retrofit of the Windows 10 search bar. A very minor change, but they do give you the option to change it back to an icon or shorten it.

2. Tabbed File Explorer


Our good old File Explorer had originally received a fresh coat of paint with the fluent command bar, but now, we have full-on tabbing functionality, which is really useful for managing multiple folders in a single window.

3. Bluetooth Flyout



With the newer versions of Windows 11, we can now pair and connect to specific devices through a new flyout, which is a huge time saver, now that you don't have to go to Settings, and waste time...

 4. Mica effect in Microsoft Edge




With newer versions of Edge, we get mica effects on the titlebars, context menus and backgrounds, keeping it flush with the UI of Windows 11.

5. New Task Manager


There is a new, redesigned task manager in Windows 11. Nothing to write home about.

6. New splash screens for Office 365 apps



With Beta versions of Microsoft 365 Office, new splash screens now appear. 

7. Redesigned Office Apps


The Office Apps are now redesigned, to match the new design of Windows 11.

8. Redesigned MS Paint


The beloved and legendary Microsoft Paint has made it's return to Windows 11, with a fresh coat of paint.

9. New Start Menu Customizations


The Start Menu can be customized with more pins, or more recommendations.

10. Settings pins


There are quick access tiles on top of the Settings app now.


Overall, the experience has been really polished, like way better than how it used to be. I have really enjoyed the past month, and getting to run games once again is something i truly enjoyed!


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