Appearance Windows 11 has numerous changes that are notable in terms of looks. The Start button and icons normally seen on the taskbar on the left side are centered. Snap Layouts have been introduced for window layouts of multiple windows on the screen as an option. |
Maintained Changes to Windows
Changes in Windows 10
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Windows 11 Menus
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New Features Updated Default Apps Many of the default apps have been given a new look and in some cases, new features have been included. One app that has been given new features is the Clock app. A user can now have Focus Sessions when using it. Another app that has new features is the Photos app. For more information on new features in Windows 11 apps, you can check out the listed below links.
Links: Reimagining the apps included with Windows 11 Closer Look: Clock app in Windows 11 How to use Calendar App in Windows 11 PC The Best New Features in Windows 11's Photos App
Multiple Desktops (Virtual Desktops) Windows 11 can support multiple desktops. A user can add a virtual desktop within their account to their existing one(s). See the below image of an example of multiple Desktops in Windows 11. Note the layout of the Desktops.
Tablet Mode and Docking
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Snap Layouts Snap layouts in Windows 11 are improved from those in Windows 10. A snap layout is a re-arrangement of open windows on the Desktop such that all open windows of apps and open folders can fit onto the screen in a chosen layout. A benefit of utilizing a snap layout is increased productivity. Below, some examples of snap layouts are shown.
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Teams Is Integral Microsoft Teams is a messaging app for real-time collaboration, communication, meetings, file and app sharing, and even emojis within an organization. It comes in the form of a Desktop app or a web app. Windows 11 comes with Microsoft Teams. The app is widely used for internal meetings within organizations.
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