How to Pin Folders to the Windows 11 Start Menu

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Settings application

   Press the Windows key to open the Start menu and select the Settings gear icon. Alternatively, press Windows + I on your keyboard to launch the Settings window immediately.

   Note: Settings is the central control hub for all Windows navigation modifications.
2. 30 sec

   Access Personalization settings

   In the left-hand sidebar of the Settings window, click on the Personalization tab. Locate and select the Start menu option from the list of configurations on the right.

3. 30 sec

   Select the Folders menu

   Within the Start settings screen, click on the Folders entry. This sub-menu contains a list of system locations that can be toggled on or off for the Start menu sidebar.

4. 1 min

   Toggle your preferred folders

   Identify the folders you wish to display, such as Documents, Downloads, or Pictures. Click the toggle switch next to each desired folder to turn it to the On position.

   Note: The changes take effect immediately without requiring a system restart.
5. 15 sec

   Verify the Start menu layout

   Press the Windows key to view the updated Start menu. You will see your newly selected folders represented as icons next to the Power button at the bottom of the menu.

   Note: Windows