Open Shell

Open Shell



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restore several classic Windows features Open Shell is an Open Source project that picks up on the discontinued Classic Shell. The software enables you to restore several classic Windows features that have been changed since Windows Vista and Seven. For one, Open Shell lets you replace the new Windows Start Menu with the classic version that you are familiar with from previous version of Windows (Classic or Windows 7 style). Open Shell also includes a set of features that allow you to restore several Windows Explorer features such as the classic Copy dialog, the classic Windows Explorer toolbar buttons (copy/move/delete), the classic Explorer tree view (small + boxes) and some other classic features. The installer includes Classic StartMenu as well as the Classic Explorer and Classic IE options - they can be installed together or individually. Copyright Snapfiles.com

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Publisher OpenShell Price Free
Version 4.4.160  history Last updated Oct 24, 2020
File Size 6.73 Mb Requirements None

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Makes windows usable again. 5 stars by Bigdummys Aug 09, 2025 (Read all my 14 reviews)
Makes windows usable again. ie... it un-apples windows. why microsoft thinks they need to change things just to change things is beyond me. show Review details
Winxp-style cascading menus 5 stars by DerellLicht Oct 21, 2024 (Read all my 23 reviews)
If you prefer WinXP-style cascading menus, this is the program for you... It has many skins available, almost endless configuration options, and still works beautifully, even in Win11 ... show Review details
Make windows start button work! 5 stars by busybusy Oct 26, 2020 (Read all my 267 reviews)
If you have used XP or Win7 you had a function menu system that gets you to what you need without being Advertised to. The simple design worked for everyone not with Win8,10 it got complicated, more scrolling, and advertised flash tiles with things you don't need. To bring things back to an simpler time Open Shell does the trick. It is simple to install, you choice what you want the button to look like and can enjoy a menu system that you were accustomed to. The embedded Win10 menu is not gone if you ever want to use it so if you want to but in the end you'll forget about it had get to using your system. It is a GREAT addition to your new system! show Review details
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