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Latest Dev build lets you disable annoying notifications in the Start menu
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Recently, we spoke about the newest Windows 11 Dev Channel build (23419) released through the Windows Insider program.
Back then, we told you that a small change with some Windows Insiders where the Recommended section of the Start menu is changed toFor you.
We know that many of you aren’t at all happy about this, so just know that there is a tiny back door you can creep through.
By that, we mean that there is a still hidden feature in the update, which will give you the possibility to turn them off.
Is Microsoft letting us disable notifications in the Start menu?
As we’ve said, the latest cumulative update preview for Windows 11 has introduced a change that sparked a lot of controversies, in the form of Microsoft Account notifications in the Start menu.
Many of the involved users agree that those notifications are nothing but native ads that bait customers to click by creating a false sense of urgency.
A lot of people are asking themselves if backing up theDocumentsfolder really that important to place a banner in the Start menu.
After probably listening to some customer feedback, Microsoft may actually let you do just that. Byjust that,we mean disabling these notifications, just so we’re clear.
Windows 11 build 23419, currently available for Windows insiders in the Dev Channel, contains a hidden feature for turning on or off account-related notifications in the Start menu.
If know what you are doing, know that a little bit of digging it up allows disabling the ads by heading to the appropriate section in the Settings app.
Keep in mind that Microsoft has not announced the option, so whether it will ship it to all customers in the Stable Channel remains an open question.
As a side note, this hidden feature is only available for Dev Channel users. Not even Canary Channel Insiders have this ability.
Thus, if you are using Dev builds and want to remove Microsoft Account notifications from the Start menu, you will need the help ofViveToolfor this one.
That being said, know that enabling hidden experimental changes could lead to instabilities and bugs. We highly recommend that you back up important data before using the ViveTool app.
What is your opinion on the new Microsoft Account notifications in the Start menu? Share your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments section below.
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Alexandru Poloboc
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With an overpowering desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter, anchor, as well as TV and radio entertainment show host.
A certified gadget freak, he always feels the need to surround himself with next-generation electronics.
When he is not working, he splits his free time between making music, gaming, playing football, basketball and taking his dogs on adventures.
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With a desire to always get to the bottom of things and uncover the truth, Alex spent most of his time working as a news reporter.
