Category Batch scripting

How to restore the old right-click context menu in Windows 11

Windows 11 introduced a redesigned right-click context menu with a simplified layout and hidden advanced options. While it looks cleaner, it often slows down administrative workflows because many common actions are now behind the Show more options layer.

For system administrators and power users, this adds unnecessary friction. This guide shows how to restore the classic Windows 10-style context menu, explains what changed, and provides safe ways to switch between modes.