Windows 11 Is Hiding a Second Start Menu—You Should Use It
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Summary
A second Start menu, hidden in Windows 11, provides user-friendly fast access to system tools, shortcuts and utilities such as Disk Management, Network Connections, PowerShell and Command Prompt with administrative privileges, Task Manager and Run Dialog, making it a powerful tool for streamlining the Windows experience.
Built by Microsoft, the hidden menu is accessed by right-clicking on the Start button, pressing the Windows key and X simultaneously, or by pressing and holding the Start button on touchscreens.
The logical grouping of tools enables quick finding of the required utilities and provides direct access to app management, enabling uninstallation or modification of apps, and quick access to Settings and File Explorer.
Relevant power options are also available, including restart, shut down and putting the PC to sleep via the Shut-down or sign-out menu.
The advantages of the hidden Start menu are speed and consistency; it enables rapid access to tools and performs efficiently the same on all Windows 11 devices, reducing the time and frustration normally experienced by users.
The menu is ideally positioned for workflow and practise for power users, putting all the necessary tools onto one clean and simple interface.
