Getting Back Windows 10 Features After Upgrading to Windows 11
If you have somehow upgraded your Windows 10 to Windows 11 without intending to, and you are facing two problems such as not being able to reach the Start menu by clicking the Windows button, then this article is for you. In this article, we will cover the key concepts of how to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10 and get back the familiar features of Windows 10.
Reasons for Downgrading from Windows 11 to Windows 10
Windows 11 has many new features and improvements, but some users may prefer the familiarity and stability of Windows 10. Here are some reasons why users may want to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10:
- The Start menu is not reachable by clicking the Windows button
- Lack of compatibility with certain software or hardware
- Preference for the classic Windows 10 interface
- Stability issues with Windows 11
Downgrading from Windows 11 to Windows 10
Downgrading from Windows 11 to Windows 10 is a straightforward process that can be done using the built-in Windows recovery options. Here are the steps to downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10:
- Go to Settings > System > Recovery
- Under "Previous version of Windows," click "Go back."
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the downgrade process.
Getting Back the Familiar Features of Windows 10
After downgrading to Windows 10, you may want to get back the familiar features that you were used to in Windows 10. Here are some of the key features of Windows 10 that you can enable:
Start Menu
To enable the Start menu in Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Right-click the taskbar and select "Taskbar settings."
- Under "Notification area," click "Turn system icons on or off."
- Toggle on "Task view" and "Action center."
- Under "Taskbar," toggle on "Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode."
Taskbar
To customize the taskbar in Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Right-click the taskbar and select "Taskbar settings."
- Under "Taskbar behaviors," select "Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode" or "Keep the taskbar on top of other windows."
- Under "Notification area," toggle on or off the icons that you want to appear in the taskbar.
Cortana
To enable Cortana in Windows 10, follow these steps:
- Click the Start button and type "Cortana" in the search box.
- Click on the Cortana app and follow the on-screen instructions to set up Cortana.
References
- Windows 11 Specifications
- Get Windows 10
- Roll back to a previous version of Windows 10 after upgrading
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By following the steps outlined in this article, you can downgrade from Windows 11 to Windows 10 and get back the familiar features that you were used to in Windows 10. Whether you prefer the classic interface, or you are experiencing compatibility issues with certain software or hardware, downgrading from Windows 11 to Windows 10 is a straightforward process that can be done using the built-in Windows recovery options.
We hope this article has been helpful in getting you back to the Windows 10 features that you know and love. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us for support.