Windows 11 has now been released to the public after being controversially leaked back in June of this year. The operating system has since undergone a plethora of changes, including the much-welcome frosted glass UI, the ability to use Android apps, improved background services, the new Settings app and more.
How to Always See the Old Right-Click Menu in Windows 11
Windows 11 also brings a new right-click approach that goes with the new UI that seems to have divided most users. Many seem to like the new minimalistic approach while others prefer the old right-click context menu with all the options in one place. If you are in the same boat and want to get the old right-click context menu on Windows 11, here is how you can do that.
Registry editor hacks have always been around for changing themes, visual styles, and appearances in Windows. You can use a registry value to get the old context menu in Windows 11. You can use an automatic registry file with the necessary code or make the necessary changes manually in your registry, the choice is completely up to you.
Follow one of the guides below that best suits your current needs and requirements. But before we look at the two guides above, we recommend that you backup your registry files.