Microsoft is Fixing This Frustrating Windows 11 Issue—Here’s What You Need to Know
Windows 11 has introduced some great features for businesses, and Microsoft is constantly working to improve the experience. One issue that has frustrated many users is the Recommendations feature in the Start menu.
If you’ve ever clicked on it expecting helpful shortcuts—only to find random suggestions—you’re not alone. Fortunately, Microsoft is rolling out an update to make this feature smarter and more useful.
What Is the Recommendations Feature?
The Recommendations section in the Start menu is designed to display apps, files, and websites that Windows predicts you’ll need next. The idea is to save you time by offering quick access to frequently used items, like your most recent documents or regularly visited apps.
In theory, it’s a great time-saver. But in reality, many users find the suggestions irrelevant, leading them to ignore this feature entirely.
What’s Changing?
Microsoft is actively improving how Windows selects recommended items. The latest update—currently being tested—uses smarter algorithms to better predict what’s actually useful to you.
Early feedback suggests that the new version of Recommendations is much more accurate. You’re more likely to see the document you were working on yesterday or the app you use most during work hours, making the feature far more practical.
What This Means for You
If the Start menu’s Recommendations feature has been more of a nuisance than a help, this update could change that. Keep an eye out for these improvements as Microsoft rolls them out.
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