Microsoft lets Insiders choose their Windows 11 Start menu size
Microsoft is introducing new customization options for the Windows 11 Start menu for Insiders. Users will be able to choose between Small and Large versions of the menu and access section-level toggles to simplify their experience. Additionally, the taskbar can now be positioned on any edge of the screen with various icon alignment options.
- ▪Microsoft is testing new customization features for the Windows 11 Start menu.
- ▪Insiders can choose between Small and Large menu sizes and access section-level toggles.
- ▪Users can position the taskbar on any edge of the screen and select icon alignment options.
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News Computing Microsoft lets Insiders choose their Windows 11 Start menu size By Mariella Moon May 16, 2026 6:25 am EST Microsoft Microsoft is testing changes for Windows 11 that will make it easier to customize the Start menu easier and to position the taskbar better for your needs. The company is rolling out them out to Windows Insiders in the Experimental channel starting today and over the coming week. If you hate how big and bloated the Windows 11 Start menu has gotten, this test will give you the option between Small and Large versions of the menu. Simply choose the size you want from the Start menu settings, and your pick will stay consistent across displays.
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