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I tried Windows 11’s customizable right-click menu – and it’s a much-needed change

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ZDNET’s key takeaways

  • The new customizable right-click menu is now available for testing.
  • You can add and remove entries in the menu to reduce the clutter.
  • The new menu could officially debut before the end of the year.

The right-click menu in Windows seems like a great idea. Quickly access different commands, settings, and apps by right-clicking a folder, file, or other item in File Explorer or on your desktop. But as you install more applications, the menu gets more disorganized and difficult to navigate.

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With Windows 11, Microsoft revamped the menu with a smaller and simpler layout. But this approach doesn’t work well either, as it often excludes commands and apps you frequently use. With another mouse click, you’re able to view the older-style menu, but that brings...

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