Windows 11 third-party apps break the Start Menu and Microsoft refuses to fix it

Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 11 version 22H2 update will introduce several new features to the Start Menu interface. However, there is a potential issue with this update affecting the Start Menu if certain third-party apps are installed on the operating system.

According to a recent report from Windows Latest, the Windows 11 update 22H2 is expected to be released in 2023. One of the new features added is a preview panel that pops up when hovering over a recommended file, displaying relevant details. However, PCMag reports that a preview build of the update, released before the general release, is already causing issues with the Start Menu.

Microsoft has identified the cause of the issue as third-party user interface modification apps, such as ExplorerPatcher, which aims to enhance the working environment on Windows. Rather than planning a patch for the bug, Microsoft suggests that users uninstall these apps before installing the update.

If users have already installed the update and are experiencing a bugged Start Menu, Microsoft advises them to contact the app developer for a solution. This means that those already affected by the bug may have a broken operating system by the time the update is officially launched.

We have reached out to Microsoft for an official statement regarding this issue and will update this article accordingly.

Who’s to Blame?

On one hand, when users install third-party apps, they assume the associated risks. While Microsoft allows for third-party apps, it is the responsibility of the app developers to maintain and fix any bugs, unlike Microsoft’s own first-party apps. Therefore, it is fair for Microsoft to not fix this particular issue, considering they have their own list of bugs and issues to address.

However, since multiple third-party apps of a specific type are causing the issue and Microsoft has quickly identified the cause, it is clear that there is an issue with the update’s compatibility with user interface modification apps. The fact that Microsoft is not providing any solutions, especially for those with a now broken operating system, does not reflect well on an operating system that is consistently plagued by bugs and issues.

Technically, it is not the fault of either party. Third-party app developers would not have predicted that their apps would cause issues with the Start Menu in this update, and Microsoft has valid reasons for not wanting to get involved in the cleanup process.

Hopefully, developers will release a patch soon to resolve this major headache. However, the most ideal solution would be for Microsoft to address the issue with a patch.

 

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