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how to fix start menu size

HP MIC 40 Reputation points
2026-01-17T16:44:56.4833333+00:00

Why is the start menu is so big? when I'm looking for something in the start menu all i see is too much information that i don't need. There should be an option so we can change the size of it, how we want it. Thank you

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Desktop, Start, and personalization | Start Menu

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  1. Q&A Assist
    2026-01-17T16:45:35.1866667+00:00
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    To adjust the size of the Start menu in Windows 11, you can customize it through the Settings app. However, there isn't a direct option to change the overall size of the Start menu itself. Instead, you can manage what appears in the Start menu to reduce clutter:

    1. Pin/Unpin Apps: You can pin your most-used apps to the Start menu and unpin those you rarely use. This will help streamline the information displayed.
    2. Settings Customization: Go to Settings > Personalization > Start. Here, you can choose to show more or fewer items, which can help in reducing the amount of information visible at once.
    3. Resize Tiles: You can also resize individual tiles by right-clicking on them and selecting the appropriate size option (small, medium, wide).

    These steps can help you manage the information displayed in the Start menu, making it more user-friendly according to your preferences.

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  1. Long Time Windows User 15 Reputation points
    2026-02-27T15:15:57.8566667+00:00

    MS thanks for nothing, after your latest update I need to install additional software just to re-size the Start Menu. Does anyone in MS really think through their products in details before its release to public??

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  3. Ivan B 109K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-01-17T17:23:39.2833333+00:00

    Hi,

    Regarding the Start menu, you can't natively customize its size as mentioned. You can use the suggestions in the Q&A or replace the Start menu with a third-party program like Classic Shell or Start11 (paid) to make the Start menu smaller.

    Give feedback if the information was useful or not.

    Thanks

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