Step 1: Start Menu Customization
The first and most noticeable difference between Windows 10 and Windows 7 is the revamped Start menu. Thankfully, you can bring back the classic Start menu layout in just a few steps:
- Right-click on the taskbar and select “Taskbar settings”.
- In the settings window, click on “Start”.
- Toggle the “Use Start full screen” option to off.
- Now, enable the “Show app list in Start menu” option.
- Finally, enable the “Show most used apps” and “Show recently added apps” options for a familiar experience.
Step 2: Reintroducing the Classic Desktop
Windows 10 introduced a few changes to the desktop interface, but fear not, you can revert to the classic Windows 7 desktop easily:
- Right-click on the desktop and select “Personalize”.
- In the Personalization settings, click on “Themes” in the left sidebar.
- Under the “Related Settings” section, click on “Desktop icon settings”.
- In the Desktop Icon Settings window, select the icons you want to display on the desktop, just like in Windows 7.
- Click “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
Step 3: Taskbar Customization
To get that classic Windows 7 taskbar look, follow these simple steps:
- Right-click on the taskbar and select “Taskbar settings”.
- In the settings window, click on “Taskbar” in the left sidebar.
- Toggle the “Use small taskbar buttons” option to off.
- Under the “Combine taskbar buttons” section, select “Never” to retain the individual taskbar buttons.
- Scroll down and make sure to turn off the “Show badges on taskbar buttons” option.
Step 4: Icon Customization
To complete the transformation, let’s bring back the Windows 7 icons:
- Right-click on the desktop and select “Personalize”.
- In the Personalization settings, click on “Themes” in the left sidebar.
- Under the “Related Settings” section, click on “Desktop icon settings”.
- In the Desktop Icon Settings window, click on “Change Icon” for each desktop icon and choose the Windows 7 icon that you prefer.
- Once you’ve changed all the icons, click “OK” to save the changes.
By following these simple steps, you can easily transform your Windows 10 interface into a Windows 7-inspired setup. Enjoy the classic user experience while still benefiting from the added features and security of Windows 10!
We hope this guide has helped you achieve the classic look and feel you were looking for. Remember to personalize your Windows experience to suit your preferences, and don’t hesitate to explore additional customization options that Windows 10 has to offer. Happy computing!