Power8 - Bring Back the Start Menu on Windows 8/8.1

Every Windows iteration brought about something new that wasn’t really an innovation or of any help. One change in particular managed to spark a lot of controversy, because it eliminated the popular Start Menu. This gave developers a chance to come up with methods of bringing it back, just like Power8 does.

Key Features:

• Restore the Start Menu on Windows 8/8.1


• Disable Metro Apps to enhance usability


• Easy setup and configuration


• Run at startup option for convenience

In case you’re not already used to the Start Screen or haven’t switched to Windows 10 yet, this application can bring the Start Menu back in a matter of seconds. It only works with Windows 8/8.1, since it’s Microsoft’s only OS that has no Start Menu. Make sure .NET Framework is installed, but it’s usually bundled in Windows.

Right after the installation is complete, you notice the Windows logo/button disappear from its original position, being replaced with something else. Sadly, the new button is incredibly thin, and you have to move the cursor all the way to the corner to activate it. On the other hand, the application comes with a built-in feature to Disable Metro Apps, which also eliminates the corner link so you can easily use the new Start Menu.

User-Friendly Interface:

Power8 is fitted with most important areas of your computer, such as the control panel, libraries, this PC, power options, search bar, and the classic programs list. There are some dedicated options and general controls, and even some to manage online search engines.

Despite not being visually stunning, Power8 is an application you can give a shot to take the pressure off working with the disputable Start Screen. It might not be good-looking, but it manages to satisfy your needs for such a component, and can even block Metro apps so you never have to deal with them again.

Power8 is part of these download collections: Tweak Windows 8, Windows 8 Start Menu