Hello Tecnobits! Shake up your bits and get ready for the revolution with Windows 11. Do you want to get rid of those annoying recommendations? I have the solution for you!
1. What are recommendations in Windows 11 and why would you want to remove them?
Recommendations in Windows 11 are suggestions for apps, services, and content that Microsoft displays in the Start menu, File Explorer, and other places in the operating system. Some people may prefer to disable these recommendations for privacy reasons, to personalize their experience on the operating system, or simply because of personal preference.
- Open the Windows 11 start menu.
- Click on the “Settings” icon (a gear).
- Select “Personalization” from the left menu.
- Go to the »Home Menu» tab at the top.
- Scroll down until you find the “More Windows Recommendations” section and turn off the option.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
2. How can I stop Windows 11 from showing ads and suggestions?
If you prefer not to see ads and suggestions in Windows 11, you can turn off the setting that allows Microsoft to display this information on your operating system.
- Open the Windows 11 Start menu.
- Click on the “Settings” icon (a gear).
- Select »Privacy and services» from the left menu.
- Go to the “General” tab at the top.
- Scroll down until you find the “Content and personalized experiences” section and turn off the option.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
3. How to turn off suggested app notifications in Windows 11?
Suggested app notifications in Windows 11 may be annoying for some users. Fortunately, it is possible to disable them by following a few simple steps.
- Open the Windows 11 start menu.
- Click on the “Settings” icon (a gear).
- Select “System” from the menu on the left.
- Go to the “Notifications and Actions” tab at the top.
- Scroll down until you find the “Show notifications from these apps” section and disable any apps that are showing you unwanted recommendations.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
4. Can I remove Start menu suggestions in Windows 11?
If you prefer to have a cleaner start menu, without the suggestions of Windows 11, it is possible to disable this feature to personalize your experience in the operating system.
- Open the Windows 11 start menu.
- Click the »Settings» icon (a gear).
- Select “Personalization” in the menu on the left.
- Go to the “Start Menu” tab at the top.
- Scroll down until you find the “More Windows Recommendations” section and turn off the option.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
5. How can I block Microsoft Store recommendations in Windows 11?
If you want to prevent the Microsoft Store from showing you unwanted recommendations, you can block this feature by following a few simple steps in Windows 11.
- Open Microsoft Store from the Start menu.
- Click your profile photo in the top right corner and select “Settings.”
- Scroll down until you find the “Experience” section and turn off the “Show recommendations” option.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
6. Can I disable suggestions in Windows 11 file explorer?
If the suggestions in the Windows 11 file explorer are annoying, you can disable this feature for a cleaner, more personalized environment.
- Open the Windows 11 file explorer.
- Click the “View” tab at the top.
- Select “Options” on the far right, then “Change folder and search options.”
- Go to the "View" tab.
- Scroll down until you find the “Advanced Settings” section and turn off the “Show folder suggestions” and “Show file suggestions” options.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
7. How to remove Edge recommendations in Windows 11?
If you prefer not to see recommendations in the Windows 11 Edge browser, it is possible to disable this feature by following a few simple steps.
- Open the Edge browser in Windows 11.
- Click the three dots in the top right corner to open the menu.
- Select “Settings” from the menu.
- Scroll down until you find the “Home” section and turn off the “Show personalized suggestions in Home” and “Show news and interests in Home” options.
- Restart your browser for the changes to take effect.
8. Can I remove suggestions from the taskbar in Windows 11?
If you prefer to have a cleaner taskbar, without the suggestions of Windows 11, it is possible to disable this feature to personalize your experience in the operating system.
- Right click on the Windows 11 taskbar.
- Select “News and interests”.
- Choose “Hide” to turn off suggestions in the task bar.
9. How to disable update notifications in Windows 11?
If Windows 11 update notifications bother you, you can disable them by following a few simple steps in the operating system settings.
- Open the Windows 11 start menu.
- Click on the “Settings” icon (a gear).
- Select “Update & Security” from the left menu.
- Go to the “Windows Update” tab at the top.
- Scroll down until you find the “Notifications” section and turn off the “Show notifications about installing recommended software” option.
- Restart your computer for the changes to take effect.
10. Is there any third-party tool I can use to remove recommendations in Windows 11?
Yes, there are various third-party tools that allow you to customize and disable recommendations in Windows 11. These tools often offer advanced configuration options that are not natively available in the operating system. One of the most popular tools for this purpose is “O&O AppBuster”.
- Download and install O&O AppBuster from its official website.
- Open the app and select “Recommendations” from the main menu
Bye Tecnobits! It has been a pleasure to share this technological moment with you. And speaking of technology, have you tried Windows 11 yet? What a mess with those recommendations, right? See you!
I am Sebastián Vidal, a computer engineer passionate about technology and DIY. Furthermore, I am the creator of tecnobits.com, where I share tutorials to make technology more accessible and understandable for everyone.
