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How to pin and unpin apps from the Start Menu.

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How to Pin and Unpin Apps from the Start Menu

The Start Menu in Windows allows you to easily access your frequently used applications. Pinning and unpinning apps from the Start Menu provides a convenient way to customize and organize your app shortcuts. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of pinning and unpinning apps from the Start Menu in Windows.

Pinning Apps to the Start Menu

To pin an app to the Start Menu, follow these steps:

  1. Step 1: Locate the app you want to pin. You can either find it in the "All Apps" list or through the search bar on the taskbar.

  2. Step 2: Once you have found the app, right-click on its icon or tile.

  3. Step 3: In the context menu that appears, select the option "Pin to Start." The app will now be pinned to the Start Menu.

    Pin to Start

  4. Step 4: Open the Start Menu, and you will find the app's shortcut among the pinned tiles. You can now easily access the app by clicking on its tile.

Unpinning Apps from the Start Menu

If you decide to remove an app from the Start Menu, you can unpin it using the following steps:

  1. Step 1: Open the Start Menu.

  2. Step 2: Locate the app you want to unpin. Look for its tile among the pinned apps.

  3. Step 3: Right-click on the app's tile.

  4. Step 4: In the context menu, select the option "Unpin from Start." The app's tile will be removed from the Start Menu.

    Unpin from Start

Customizing the Pinned Apps

Windows provides additional options to customize how the pinned apps appear on the Start Menu. To access these settings, follow these steps:

  1. Step 1: Open the Start Menu.

  2. Step 2: Right-click on any pinned app or empty space within the Start Menu.

  3. Step 3: In the context menu, select the option "More" and then "App settings."

    App settings

  4. Step 4: A settings window will open for the selected app. From here, you can customize the tile's size, set it to display more or less information, or even uninstall the app if needed.

    App settings window

Conclusion

Now you know how to pin and unpin apps from the Start Menu in Windows. Take advantage of this feature to personalize your Start Menu and ensure quick and easy access to your frequently used applications. Remember, you can always customize the appearance and behavior of pinned apps using the app settings. Enjoy a more efficient and personalized Windows experience with a fully customized Start Menu!