StartAllBack


StartAllBack: Windows 11 from better timeline​

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Embrace, enhance, unsweep classic UI from under the rug​

Restore and improve taskbar​

  • Show labels on task icons
  • Adjust icon size and margins
  • Move taskbar to top, left or right edges
  • Drag and drop stuff onto taskbar
  • Center task icons but keep Start button on the left
  • Split into segments, use dynamic translucency
  • Separate corner icons with Windows 7/10 UI
  • Auto-hide when covered by maximized window

Restore and improve File Explorer and Control Panel​

  • Ribbon and Command Bar revamped with translucent effects
  • Details pane on bottom
  • Old search box (the one which works)
  • Dark mode support for more dialogs

Restore and improve context menus​

  • All new look with rounded acrylic menus
  • Fast and responsive taskbar menus
  • New fonts, better touch support

Restore and improve start menu​

  • Launch apps and go to system places in one click
  • Navigate dropdown menus like a boss
  • Enjoy fast and reliable search

Finally, lightweight styling and UI consistency​

  • Enjoy Windows 7, Windows 8 and third-party taskbar and start menu styles
  • Fix UI inconsistencies in Win32 apps
  • Don't be blue: recolor UI in all windows apps
  • Negative resource usage: fewer RAM used, fewer processes started, faster startup





StartAllBack For Windows 11 has been released.
It's an RC release. I haven't tested it yet as I have Start11 installed.

Edit: I have now tested it. It's working quite well.
Apart from a great start menu, you can also have the Enhanced Classic Taskbar back.
This means (for example) that you can have an uncombined and unlocked Taskbar.
You will now also be able to enhance the Taskbar clock using T-Clock Redux or similar.
T-Clock Redux Tray Clock_.png

You can also change Windows Explorer to Ribbon UI or Simple UI.

You can get it Download



01 - Welcome.png
02 - Start Menu.png
04 - Taskbar.png
05 - Explorer.png
06 - Advanced.png
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I don't have have the beta. But if i did, those green bars wouldn't bother me. People gripe & complain about the smallest things, I tell ya. . lol
If people complain about the smallest things, is it not hypocritical of you to be using SAB ? Those small things combined are the difference between W11 native interface and SAB.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
I've loaded 3.7.11 just so I can drag my Main Taskbar to the upper monitor but still have downloads and screenshots, etc. land on the Main Desktop.

Progress thing is different yet in 3.7.11, doesn't bug me though.

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My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS ROG Strix
  • Operating System
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS VivoBook
A few moments ago I uninstalled StartAllBack after I decided to use another styling app for my taskbar.
So I will no more partcipate in discussions here.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 23H2 22631.4751
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Build by vendor to my specs
    CPU
    AMD Ryzen 7 5700G
    Motherboard
    MSI PRO B550M-P Gen3
    Memory
    Kingston FURY Beast 2x16GB DIMM DDR4 2666 CL16
    Graphics Card(s)
    MSI GeForce GT 730 2GB LP V1
    Sound Card
    Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung S24E450F 24"
    Screen Resolution
    1920 x 1080
    Hard Drives
    1. SSD Crucial P5 Plus 500GB PCIe M.2
    2. SSD-SATA Crucial MX500-2TB
    PSU
    Corsair CV650W
    Case
    Cooler Master Silencio S400
    Cooling
    Cooler Master Hyper H412R with Be Quiet Pure Wings 2 PWM BL038 fan
    Keyboard
    Cherry Stream (wired, scissor keys)
    Mouse
    Asus WT465 (wireless)
    Internet Speed
    70 Mbps down / 80 Mbps up
    Browser
    Firefox 130.0
    Antivirus
    F-secure via Internet provider
    Other Info
    Router: FRITZBox 7490
    Oracle VirtualBox 7 for testing software on Win 10 or 11
I've loaded 3.7.11 just so I can drag my Main Taskbar to the upper monitor but still have downloads and screenshots, etc. land on the Main Desktop.

Progress thing is different yet in 3.7.11, doesn't bug me though.

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Where to download this older version.............?? ( Edwin , help !)
Will try and compare with latest ! :wink:
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows11 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus
    CPU
    i7
    Motherboard
    z97k
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia
    Sound Card
    Realtek
    Hard Drives
    3
    Cooling
    air
StartAllBack 3.9.0.5218 16 December 2024 (rc)

Another Update People
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Custom Build
    CPU
    Intel Core i9 12900KF
    Motherboard
    ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero
    Memory
    Corsair 64GB DDR5 Vengeance C40 5200Mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    ASUS GeForce RTX 3090 ROG Strix OC 24GB
    Sound Card
    OnBoard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Predator XB323UGP 32" QHD G-SYNC-C 144Hz 1MS IPS LED
    Screen Resolution
    2560 x 1440
    Hard Drives
    1x Samsung 980 Pro Series Gen4 250GB M.2 NVMe
    1x Samsung 980 Pro Series Gen4 500GB M.2 NVMe
    2x Samsung 980 Pro Series Gen4 2TB M.2 NVMe
    PSU
    Corsair AX1200i 1200W 80PLUS Titanium Modular
    Case
    Corsair 4000D Black Case w/ Tempered Glass Side Panel
    Cooling
    Noctua NH-U12A Chromax Black CPU Cooler, 4x Noctua 120mm Fans
    Keyboard
    Logitech MK545
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3
    Internet Speed
    Fixed Wireless 150mbps/75mbps
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky
    Other Info
    Thrustmaster TS-PC RACER
    Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals with the Load Cell Kit
    Yamaha Amp with Bose Speakers
StartAllBack 3.9.0.5218 16 December 2024 (rc)

Another Update People
Yep , installed over the previous ( beta) , did not encounter any chances , compared with previous........... :wink:
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows11 Pro
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus
    CPU
    i7
    Motherboard
    z97k
    Memory
    32GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia
    Sound Card
    Realtek
    Hard Drives
    3
    Cooling
    air
Hi

I have sent Tihiy a PM over at MSFN with a link to my Dropbox account, with a couple of dmp files regarding crashes and StartAllBack, eventually being able to access my account. Is that the best place to reach him, in means of sending dump files..?

Thanks
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 x64Pro build 24H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Home brew
    CPU
    14700k
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte Aurus Elite Z690 DDR4
    Memory
    32GB DDR4 Corsair LPX 2x16GB @ 3200mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    FE Edition 4080
    Sound Card
    onboard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer 32' 4k and HP UW 34' at 3840x1440
    Screen Resolution
    3860x2160
    Hard Drives
    Various NVME and two SSD's
    PSU
    Corsair RM 1000w
    Case
    Meshify 2 XL
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooling AIO 420mm III
    Keyboard
    Mechanical blue switch
    Mouse
    G502 Lightspeed Wireless
    Internet Speed
    FTTP 500Mb
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Microsoft
We're sticking with 3.9bb (beta) for now, which suits us perfectly
Progressbar with 24h2 style with W10 explorer
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel 10980XE
    Motherboard
    Asus Rampage VI Extreme Encore
    Memory
    G.Skill TridentZ Royale
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA RTX 2080Ti Hydro Copper
    Sound Card
    Asus
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell 27"
    Hard Drives
    Intel Optane 905P
    Samsung 990 Pro
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime TX 1000W
    Case
    Lian Li A77F
    Cooling
    Watercooling
    Keyboard
    Logitech MX keys
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3S
    Browser
    Edge Canary
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus Pro
We're sticking with 3.9bb (beta) for now, which suits us perfectly
Progressbar with 24h2 style with W10 explorer
Yeah, I honestly do not get it, this progress bar stuff, so many people are against it, I have yet to see any opinion in the favor of the old style progress bar, yet ...
SAB is getting more and more like a personal project of Tihiy, by Tihiy, for Tihiy.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
Yeah, I honestly do not get it, this progress bar stuff, so many people are against it, I have yet to see any opinion in the favor of the old style progress bar, yet ...
SAB is getting more and more like a personal project of Tihiy, by Tihiy, for Tihiy.

Yes it seems that he makes the software for his tastes and brings some features requested by users if he finds them relevant
We are not going to complain, he has just integrated a feature of ONE requested by several users for almost 2 years :-)
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel 10980XE
    Motherboard
    Asus Rampage VI Extreme Encore
    Memory
    G.Skill TridentZ Royale
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA RTX 2080Ti Hydro Copper
    Sound Card
    Asus
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell 27"
    Hard Drives
    Intel Optane 905P
    Samsung 990 Pro
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime TX 1000W
    Case
    Lian Li A77F
    Cooling
    Watercooling
    Keyboard
    Logitech MX keys
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3S
    Browser
    Edge Canary
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus Pro
Yes it seems that he makes the software for his tastes and brings some features requested by users if he finds them relevant

I feel like it's pretty normal no? I've come to realize this when I worked on my Windows customization, that I want to only include stuff I like and find most useful, and if I feel like the suggestion made by others doesn't match current vision for my product, I just won't add it.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 Pro 24H2 (WinMac v0.7.2)
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    HP Probook G8 450
    CPU
    i5-1135G7
    Memory
    32 GB (DDR4, 3200 MHz)
    Other Info
    I loved modding and customizing operating systems since very young age, gaining experience from all important systems, including Windows, Ubuntu, MacOS and Android, which led to creation of Windows 11 mod called WinMac. Seamlessly blending the elegance of macOS with the versatility of Windows, my customized interface elevates user experience through meticulously crafted modifications and UI enhancements.

    With WinMac, every interaction with Windows 11 environment is imbued with a touch of sophistication, where the boundaries between the Windows and Mac universes blur, offering a sublime computing experience that transcends conventional limitations of Windows 11.
  • Operating System
    macOS Sonoma
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Apple MacBook Pro
    CPU
    Apple M3 Pro
    Memory
    18 GB
I feel like it's pretty normal no? I've come to realize this when I worked on my Windows customization, that I want to only include stuff I like and find most useful, and if I feel like the suggestion made by others doesn't match current vision for my product, I just won't add it.
Fair enough, but when it's a paid software, expect the people who paid for using the software to be dissapointed with the choices they do not like. Even worse so when an option can be made, switch on and off, based on user preference.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11
I feel like it's pretty normal no? I've come to realize this when I worked on my Windows customization, that I want to only include stuff I like and find most useful, and if I feel like the suggestion made by others doesn't match current vision for my product, I just won't add it.

Yes it's normal when you do it for yourself (what I do for my theme for example)
Otherwise same answer

Fair enough, but when it's a paid software, expect the people who paid for using the software to be dissapointed with the choices they do not like. Even worse so when an option can be made, switch on and off, based on user preference.
 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel 10980XE
    Motherboard
    Asus Rampage VI Extreme Encore
    Memory
    G.Skill TridentZ Royale
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA RTX 2080Ti Hydro Copper
    Sound Card
    Asus
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell 27"
    Hard Drives
    Intel Optane 905P
    Samsung 990 Pro
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime TX 1000W
    Case
    Lian Li A77F
    Cooling
    Watercooling
    Keyboard
    Logitech MX keys
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3S
    Browser
    Edge Canary
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus Pro
StartAllBack 3.9.0.5218 16 December 2024 (rc)

Another Update People

Maybe you can help me. I can't find this new version. I looked on the website and the latest seems to be 3.8.13 which is what I'm running. Also, when I go to "about" and click check for updates, it reports none are available.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    win 11 24H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell 790 (Mt)
    CPU
    i5-2400
    Motherboard
    Dell
    Memory
    24 GB DDR-3
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel HD Graphics 2000 (on-board)
    Sound Card
    Intel Cougar Point PCH [B2] (On-Board)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    LG 27MN60T
Maybe you can help me. I can't find this new version. I looked on the website and the latest seems to be 3.8.13 which is what I'm running. Also, when I go to "about" and click check for updates, it reports none are available.
Link in the 1st post

 

My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    CPU
    Intel 10980XE
    Motherboard
    Asus Rampage VI Extreme Encore
    Memory
    G.Skill TridentZ Royale
    Graphics Card(s)
    EVGA RTX 2080Ti Hydro Copper
    Sound Card
    Asus
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dell 27"
    Hard Drives
    Intel Optane 905P
    Samsung 990 Pro
    PSU
    Seasonic Prime TX 1000W
    Case
    Lian Li A77F
    Cooling
    Watercooling
    Keyboard
    Logitech MX keys
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 3S
    Browser
    Edge Canary
    Antivirus
    Kaspersky
  • Operating System
    Windows 11 24h2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Asus Pro
Link in the 1st post


Thanks! I misunderstood and didn't realize it was a beta version.
I tried it anyway, but I still prefer to get rid of the fat task bar :)
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    win 11 24H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Dell 790 (Mt)
    CPU
    i5-2400
    Motherboard
    Dell
    Memory
    24 GB DDR-3
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel HD Graphics 2000 (on-board)
    Sound Card
    Intel Cougar Point PCH [B2] (On-Board)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    LG 27MN60T
StartAllBack 3.9.0.5218 16 December 2024 (rc)

Another Update People


Good to see. But mine continues to revert to the stable branch. It seems to see the stable version as an update and, in time, install that over the RC version.
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    Windows 11 x64Pro build 24H2
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Home brew
    CPU
    14700k
    Motherboard
    Gigabyte Aurus Elite Z690 DDR4
    Memory
    32GB DDR4 Corsair LPX 2x16GB @ 3200mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    FE Edition 4080
    Sound Card
    onboard
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer 32' 4k and HP UW 34' at 3840x1440
    Screen Resolution
    3860x2160
    Hard Drives
    Various NVME and two SSD's
    PSU
    Corsair RM 1000w
    Case
    Meshify 2 XL
    Cooling
    Arctic Cooling AIO 420mm III
    Keyboard
    Mechanical blue switch
    Mouse
    G502 Lightspeed Wireless
    Internet Speed
    FTTP 500Mb
    Browser
    Firefox
    Antivirus
    Microsoft
... mine continues to revert to the stable branch. It seems to see the stable version as an update and, in time, install that over the RC version.
You must turn this Off...

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My Computers

System One System Two

  • OS
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS ROG Strix
  • Operating System
    Windows 11
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    ASUS VivoBook

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