In this tutorial, we’ll explain how you can remove the Recommended section of the Start Menu from Windows 11.

What’s the Problem?

With the upgrade from Windows 10 to Windows 11, the Start Menu changed significantly. This included the addition of a Recommended Items section. The problem is, anyone who uses your PC will be able to see your recently used items as pinned apps in the context menu. Luckily, Microsoft makes it pretty easy for users to customize their Windows 11 computers.

To remove the Recommended section: Now, recently opened files will no longer appear as quick access options when you open the Start Menu. Instead, you’ll have to navigate to these items as usual.

Customize Windows to Protect Your Privacy

If you’re an avid Windows user, you’re probably well acquainted with the changes that came with Windows 11 and how they can affect your privacy. Hopefully, this article helped you fix one of the most controversial new features in Windows 11.

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