Microsoft tests redesigned Windows 11 Run menu with dark mode and more
Published: (May 1, 2026 at 06:01 PM EDT)
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Source: The Verge
Source: The Verge
Overview
Microsoft is testing a refreshed Windows 11 Run menu that features a modern interface, faster performance, and native dark‑mode support. The redesign is currently being rolled out to Windows 11 Insiders in the new Experimental Channel.
Changes
- The traditional Browse button, which opened a shortcut to user files, has been removed after usage data showed it was rarely used.
- A new
~\command has been added, allowing quick access to the user’s home directory. - The updated Run menu is built using code from Command Palette, a utility available through PowerToys that provides a searchable command interface.