How to clear the ‘recommended’ section in your Windows 11 Start menu for cleaner look

The start menu of Windows 11 has mostly clean, modern forms, but not everyone is a fan of “recommended” section that sits down. This area is to help you jump back into recently opened files or apps, but for many people, it seems just like unnecessary dislocation. If you keep your start menu focused on the apps that you actually use, you can hide most of the most shown in “recommended” with some quick tweex.

What is the ‘recommended’ section and why is it there?

Microsoft added the “recommended” section, making it easier to find the recently used files and apps. In theory, it is a shortcut for your workflow. In practice, it often displays files you do not want to front and center, or suggest apps you never asked. For those who value a streamlined field or share their computer with others, it can be more annoying than auxiliary.

Can you remove it completely?

So far, Windows 11 does not allow you to completely remove the “recommended” section from the start menu. The section will remain, but you can empty it so that it does not show any file or app. This is the best way to recover the location and keep things clean for your pinned apps.

Step by step: How to hide the recommendations

1. Open Start Settings
   Click on your start button. In the appearance menu, right-click on the empty space between your pinned apps and “all apps” buttons. Choose start settings from the pop-up menu. You can also reach there by opening the settings, selecting personalization and then starting.
2. Close more recommended items recently
   In Start Settings, you will see three options that you can close:
3. Switch to ‘Peacock Pin’ layout
   At the top of the start settings, you will see the layout option: “Default,” “More PIN,” and “more recommendations.” Choose more pin. This gives you additional space for your pinned apps and shrinks as much “recommended” area as possible.

what happens next?

With changes in these settings, your “recommended” section will be empty. The space will not completely disappear, but you will see your more pinned apps and very little distractions. If you ever want to bring back the recommendations, just see the same settings again and turn back to the togal.

Additional tips and ideas

• Privacy: This adjustment is particularly useful if you share your PC, as it keeps your recent activity private.
• No permanent expulsion: There is no official way to completely collapse or remove the “recommended” section, and third -party equipment or registry hacks are not recommended as they can cause issues with future updates.
• Easy to change back: If you miss out on seeing your recent files, you can always switch back to the tug.