Never got used to the tiled Start screen of Windows 8 or the Windows 10 menu? StartIsBack brings back a Windows 7-style Start menu and taskbar while adding options such as taskbar skins and custom jump lists.
What changes in the Start menu?
StartIsBack restores a Windows 7-style Start menu, including familiar routes to programs, documents, and system locations. Search from the menu to find items, or use it to shut down Windows. Shortcuts shown in the menu can be chosen to suit the way you navigate.
The menu’s appearance and behavior are adjustable. Options include selecting a menu skin, changing the Start button, controlling translucency, and choosing how the menu displays items. A setting can also make the menu behave more like the Windows XP Start menu.
Can the taskbar be styled separately?
Yes. StartIsBack lets you choose menu and taskbar styles independently, so the taskbar can have a different appearance from the Start menu. Taskbar looks from both Windows 7 and Windows 8 are available.
- Apply a taskbar skin and adjust its color or translucency.
- Center taskbar icons or restore larger icons.
- Use customizable replacement jump lists in place of the standard taskbar menus.
Where are the settings?
Right-click the Start button and choose Properties, or right-click the open Start menu and select Properties. The configuration window provides the controls for menu and taskbar appearance, shortcuts, and behavior.
Pros
- Restores a Windows 7-style Start menu and taskbar
- Offers separate styles for the menu and taskbar
- Can replace taskbar jump lists with customizable ones
- Includes centered taskbar icons and menu translucency options
System requirements: Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
Can I change the taskbar without changing the Start menu?
Yes. StartIsBack lets you select taskbar and Start menu styles separately.
How do I open StartIsBack’s settings?
Right-click the Start button and choose Properties, or right-click the open Start menu and choose Properties.
Can the taskbar icons be centered?
Yes. Taskbar icons can be centered, and larger icons can be restored.