Windows 9 (Threshold) will feature a Start menu that embraces the theme of your desktop

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Published onSeptember 19, 2014

published onSeptember 19, 2014

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Windows 9 has been reported to come with a Start menu. But this is no simple port of the Windows 7 Start menu, Microsoft has taken the opportunity to provide real improvements.

A new leak shows the Start menu changing colors based on the color scheme of the applied wallpaper. It also seems as if the taskbar retains the same color scheme. These minor features lead to a deeper integration of themes in Windows, and guide a more consistent look.

It reminds me of Unity, the desktop of Ubuntu, which changes its theme of its navigation bar as you change the background. (The UI is, however, vastly different).

One of the problems that is evident in the leak is that not all colors will look good. However, no need to worry yet as there is no reason to believe that Microsoft took out the current functionality to change theme color independent of the wallpaper. Also, I look forward to seeing the theme integration with the desktop and Modern UI environments.

One last thing to remember is that these are just initial builds. Not only is it subject to change,your feedback may be able to drive the changes Microsoft makesbefore releasing the final version.

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

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With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Windows 9 (Threshold) will feature a Start menu that embraces the theme of your desktop#