Windows 11's right-click menu is now faster and fully customizable
'Crazy it took them 5 years': Windows 11's right-click menu gets a vital tune-up to be faster and fully customizable — but why did it take Microsoft this long?
Windows 11 now offers a preview update that allows users to customize the right-click, or context, menu to suit their preferences. This update also speeds up the performance of the right-click menu. However, it is advisable to wait for the full release in two weeks as the feature will be rolled out gradually.
The customization settings for the right-click menu include the option to remove unwanted Windows commands, add desired options, and choose which applications to appear. Users can also choose to have the top panel of the menu (cut, paste, rename, etc.) directly integrated. The top panel can also be moved around.
Microsoft claims that the new right-click menu opens faster, reduces clutter, and gives users more control over the commands and app extensions. Early feedback on Reddit is generally positive, with users praising the speed and customization options. However, some users are still waiting for the new context menu to appear on their PCs due to the gradual rollout.
Those who have installed the preview update but not received the new context menu can use the Windows configuration utility (ViVeTool) to force the feature to be deployed. However, this is not recommended due to the risk of bugs. Despite the minor drawbacks, the wait for this performance and options tuning update is worth it, as noted by users on Reddit. It is recommended to wait for the official November update while keeping clear of this preview.
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