Introduction
In this article we are going to explain how to use the Windows 8 start menu replacement Start8 that provides a design overhaul.
Procedure to replace with Start8
Step 1
We can see an example of it running on the Windows 8 Pro RTM.
![start8-menu-in-windows8.jpg]()
Step 2
First we can select "All programs" in Windows 8 and access the traditional Desktop and modern-style Windows Store apps.
![start8-traditional-menu-option-in-windows8.jpg]()
Step 3
Start8 brings back the familiarity you're accustomed to with the Windows 7 Start Menu, including the search box – much easier than going to the Start Screen to do a search.
![desktop-items-in-windows8.jpg]()
Step 4
I'm opening modern style apps, like as in the Windows 8 App Store.
![click-windows-store-app-in-windows8.jpg]()
Step 5
Then we press the Windows key on our keyboard to get back to the Desktop.
![windows8-desktop.jpg]()
Step 6
It still gives you the option to customize the look of the Start Button as well.
![customized-version-start-button-in-windows8.jpg]()
The new Start8 version is currently in Beta stage and it's free.
Download the New Start8 Beta