Classic Shell is free software that improves your productivity, enhances the usability of Windows, and empowers you to use the computer the way you like it.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Windows
Bulgaria
EU
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Open Shell Alternatives
Open Shell is described as 'Fork of the Classic Shell project for Windows that getting back the classic start menu to modern versions of Microsoft Windows' and is a very popular System Tweaker in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Open Shell for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Linux, Android, Android Tablet and BSD apps. The best Open Shell alternative is Classic Shell, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Open Shell are Start11, Noctalia, StartAllBack and 7+ Taskbar Tweaker.
Alternatives list
- 28 Classic Shell alternatives
25 Start11 alternativesEnhance Windows 10/11 personalizing Start Menu and Taskbar with style changes, icon and section adjustments, taskbar improvements, quick access menus, and advanced search features for improved productivity.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
United States
+9
38 Noctalia alternativesNoctalia is a beautiful, minimal desktop shell for Wayland built with Quickshell. It’s designed with a “quiet by design” philosophy, providing a complete desktop experience that stays out of your way.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (MIT)
Application type
Platforms
- Linux
+3
25 StartAllBack alternativesThe Windows 11 version of the Startisback replacement shell. This software allows you to make Windows 11 look like previous versions of Windows or a modified version of itself.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
24 7+ Taskbar Tweaker alternativesCustomize the Windows taskbar with dozens of exclusive options.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (GPL-3.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
+2
138 FastKeys alternativesAll in one Windows automation software. Fully configurable text expander, start menu, shortcuts, auto complete and mouse gestures. User-defined commands to run files, open webpages, send macros or automate anything. Incredibly powerful but yet simple to use.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Windows
+9
25 StartIsBack alternativesStartIsBack returns Windows 8 a real fully featured start menu and start button, behaving exactly like the ones in Windows 7. StartIsBack radically improves desktop usability and makes new Start screen clutter-free.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
+1
39 Cairo Shell alternativesCairo is a desktop environment for Windows. Its goal is to develop a desktop experience that increases productivity and advances current technology standards.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Application type
Platforms
- Windows
- United States
+2
38 WindowBlinds alternativesCustomize Windows 10 and 11 with skins for Start menu and taskbar. Includes SkinStudio for designing skins, offering personalized fonts, and color and transparency adjustments.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Application typeApplication types
Platforms
- Windows
- United States
+6
Return the Start Button to Windows 8 With these features:
- Search for Windows 8-style (Modern UI) apps
- Pin desktop and Metro apps to the start menu
- Jump List support
- Unified Search for apps, settings and files
- Boot directly to the Windows 8 desktop
- One click access to.
Cost / License
- Paid
- Proprietary
Alerts
- Discontinued
Platforms
- Windows
- United States
+2
Start Menu X is a replacement of the system menu for professionals.
Virtual Groups Group programs by purpose (office applications, graphics, etc) without changing their location on the hard drive.
One-click start
The PRO version allows you to assign a primary program to any f.
Cost / License
- Freemium
- Proprietary
Platforms
- Windows
Ukraine
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source (Apache-2.0)
Platforms
- Windows
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