Windows 11 Vs Windows 10
Windows 11 brings user interface and performance improvements including a revamped Task Bar, Start Menu, File Explorer, and Context Menu (Right Click Menu).
Task BarWindows 11 defaults to a centered Taskbar. This enhances the usability experience on modern wide and ultrawide monitors.
You can adjust the taskbar to be left aligned like Windows 10 by following the instructions in our Knowledge Article.
Start menuThe Windows 11 start menu has been redesigned to show you the items you need more quickly. It contains a search bar, pinned apps, and recommended recent documents.
- Clicking the "all" button will take you to a classic app menu.
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Clicking the "more" button will show you even more recent documents.
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Clicking the power button will open the power options menu.
- Clicking on your profile will allow you to sign out, or click the 3 dots to switch users.
Right Click MenuThe right click menu has been simplified to make it easier to find the actions you need quickly.
- Large easy to read icons for common tasks like cut and copy are available right at the top of the menu.
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The more familiar classic right click menu is available by selecting "Show more Options".
File Explorer
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Redesigned header
The command bar now appears at the bottom of the address bar with updated buttons. You can also drag a tab out of the window to open another instance of File Explorer.
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New Details pane
The command bar includes a new button to open the updated details pane which now shows more information and actions for a particular file, folder, or drive.
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Homepage Redesign
The File Explorer Homepage has some minor visual changes to the Quick Access, Favorites, and Recent sections.
