Windows 11 has introduced a fresh and modern look, making it even easier to access and organize your favorite apps. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of placing apps on the home screen in Windows 11.
Method 1: Pinning apps from the Start menu
One of the easiest ways to put apps on your home screen is by pinning them from the Start menu. To do this, follow these steps:
- 1. Click on the Start button (or press the Windows key) to open the Start menu.
- 2. Scroll through the list of apps or use the search bar to find the app you want to pin to the home screen.
- 3. Right-click on the app’s icon, then select Pin to Start from the context menu that appears.
- 4. The app will now appear on your home screen.
Method 2: Dragging apps from the Apps list
You can also place apps on your home screen by dragging them from the Apps list. Here’s how:
- 1. Click on the Start button (or press the Windows key) to open the Start menu.
- 2. Click on the All apps button located in the top-right corner of the Start menu.
- 3. Find the app you want to put on the home screen and click and hold its icon.
- 4. Drag the app to the desired location on the home screen and release the mouse button to place it there.
Method 3: Pinning apps from File Explorer
If you want to pin an app to the home screen directly from File Explorer, follow these steps:
- 1. Open File Explorer by clicking on its icon in the taskbar or pressing Windows key + E.
- 2. Navigate to the folder containing the app you want to pin (e.g., C:\Program Files (x86)\).
- 3. Right-click on the app’s executable file (usually ending in .exe), then select Pin to Start from the context menu that appears.
- 4. The app will now appear on your home screen.
Customizing the Home Screen
Windows 11 allows you to customize the home screen to your preferences. You can rearrange the pinned apps, resize their tiles, or group them into folders. To move an app, click and hold its tile, then drag it to the desired location. To resize a tile, right-click on it and select Resize from the context menu, then choose the desired size. To create a folder, simply drag one app tile on top of another.
And that’s it! Now you know how to put your favorite apps on the home screen in Windows 11. Enjoy the convenience and streamlined experience provided by the new operating system.
