Windows 8 Start Menu Replacement Start8 Get Design Overhaul

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.

 

Step 2

First we can select "All programs" in Windows 8 and access the traditional Desktop and modern-style Windows Store apps.

 

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.

 

Step 4

I'm opening  modern style apps, like as in the Windows 8 App Store.

 

Step 5

Then we press the Windows key on our keyboard to get back to the Desktop.

 

Step 6

It still gives you the option to customize the look of the Start Button as well.

 

The new Start8 version is currently in Beta stage and it's free.

Download the New Start8 Beta