Revert to the classic Start Menu in Windows 7

Posted on October 31, 2009 at 5:12 am

So you just purchased a new Windows 7 PC, but don’t like the new start menu? In earlier version of Windows, you could easily go back to the Classic Start Menu by simply going to the properties of the taskbar and choosing that option.

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In Windows 7, however, there is no way to revert back to the Classic Start Menu, they have simply removed it completely.

Now you can change some aspects of Windows 7 to resemble earlier versions of Windows by bringing back the quick launch bar or changing the settings for the taskbar to act like it used to.

SevenClassicStart is a small program that you can buy to get the Classic Start Menu in Windows 7. Of course, you really really must hate the new Start Menu in order to slap down $25 on this program.

windows 7 classic start menu[6]However, for some people or organizations, it might be worth the money if it helps someone work more efficiently. It can be used to smooth over the transition to the new look and interface, just as many tools were released to go from Office 2007s new ribbon interface to the standard one in older versions.

It has all the features of the original Start Menu and looks just like it. I personally love the new look and feel, but that’s just me.

Lastly, it is compatible with with all 32 and 64-bit editions of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2, including the Home, Professional and Ultimate versions. Enjoy! [via Windows Bytes]

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3 Responses to “Revert to the classic Start Menu in Windows 7”

  1. Marin Computer Support said on : November 1st, 2009 at 11:24 pm

    Excellent tip. I like Windows 7 quite a bit but I’m sure there are people who will want to stay with the “comfortable” old Start Menu. Some people are just funny that way. Good to know about SevenClassicStart, thanks.


  2. Valieri Kyua said on : November 25th, 2009 at 9:31 am

    THANK YOU! I hate the new Start Menu in Windows 7 and was avoiding upgrading from XP for the longest time! I was finally forced to by family and I like Win 7, but I really missed the classic Start Menu. Thanks!


  3. Mark said on : December 12th, 2009 at 7:15 pm

    First thing I do when I get a new computer is set the taskbar for Classic Mode. I like to customize the menu with my most frequently-used document folders and documents instead of rummaging through the new ridiculous interface. This program might be useful when I get my new Thinkpad with Windows 7. Microsoft, newer is not always better.


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