Guide to Adding Folder Shortcuts Next to the Power Button on Windows 11 and 10 Start Menu

• To create shortcuts in the Start menu on Windows 11 and 10, navigate to Settings > Personalization > Folders (on Windows 10, this is labeled “Choose which folders appear on Start” ), and enable the locations you wish to access from the menu.

The Start menu in Windows 11 (and 10) typically displays user profile and power options in the bottom section by default. However, you may not realize that you can further customize this experience to gain quick access to various folder locations right next to the “Power” button.

For instance, you can adjust the “Start” settings within the Settings app to add or remove quick access to important folders such as Settings, File Explorer, Documents, Pictures, Network, and others.

After modifying these settings, the next time you access the Start menu, you will see the various locations you selected next to the Power button.

This guide will walk you through the straightforward steps required to select which folders can appear on Start next to the Power button on both Windows 11 and Windows 10.

• Choose folders for the Start menu on Windows 11
• Choose folders for the Start menu on Windows 10

Select folders for the Start menu on Windows 11

To add or remove folders next to the Power button in the Start menu, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings on Windows 11.

2. Select Personalization.

3. Click on the Start tab.

4. Access the Folders setting.

   

5. Activate the toggle switch for the folders you want displayed next to the Power button on Windows 11, including File Explorer, Settings, Documents, Downloads, Music, Pictures, Videos, Network, and Personal folders.

   

After completing these steps, open the Start menu to see the buttons for the locations you selected positioned next to the Power button.

You can also refer to my video tutorial available on my YouTube channel. (Don’t forget to like and subscribe!)

Select folders for the Start menu on Windows 10

To add or remove folders from the Start menu on Windows 10, please follow these steps:

1. Open Settings on Windows 10.

2. Select Personalization.

3. Click on Start.

4. Choose the “Choose which folders appear on Start” option.

   

5. Toggle the switch to add or remove quick access to various system folders, including File Explorer, Settings, Documents, Downloads, Music, Pictures, Videos, Network, and Personal folders.

   

Once you have completed these steps, open the Start menu to view the folders in the left rail. You can also click the menu button in the top-left to see their names.

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