In Windows 11, the trusty Start menu features a selection of program shortcuts in the upper section under "Pinned". Additionally, there is a button labelled "All apps" in the top right corner ...

Can you remove it entirely? As of now, Windows 11 doesn’t let you completely remove the “Recommended” section from the Start menu. The section itself will remain, but you can empty it out so ...

Windows 11 Start Menu ads consist of suggested apps from the Microsoft Store in the Recommended section, the area where you usually see recently accessed programs and files.

To enable or disable the 'Recommended' section in the File Explorer Home section, use File Explorer Options or this Registry tweak.

Gadgets How to Turn Off Those Pesky Start Menu Ads in Windows 11 A Windows update will suggest curated apps in the Start menu. But you can turn it off.

Microsoft is now showing ads in Windows 11's Start menu. Here's how to block them Appearing for all Windows users via a new update, the ads highlight recommended apps from the Microsoft Store.