Using the "Windows Key + X" Quick Links Menu with Start11

How do I continue to use the "win + x" shortcut to access quick links on the windows start menu?

November 17, 2023 8:54 AM from

I'm trying to get a keyboard shortcut working with Start11. I want to use the "windows + x" shortcut to launch the quick links menu, while also using a custom Start11 start menu, but it does not seem to be working. Does anyone know how I can get this functionality back? I've got one windows key on the left side, and I'd like to keep it mapped to launching the Start11 start menu since I like its features as opposed to the stock Windows 11 start menu.

I'm using Windows 11 Home version 23H2 (22631.2715), and Start11 Beta version 2.01

Thanks for your help!

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Reply #1 November 17, 2023 9:23 AM from

Stardock Forums Top

Start11 should have no impact on the Win+X key. It should continue to show the normal OS Win+X menu.

Reply #2 November 17, 2023 9:23 AM from

Stardock Forums Top

The WinKey+X should open the WinX menu. Just remember you have to hold the WinKey down while clicking the X key. The start menu doesn't open until you release the WinKey.

Reply #3 November 17, 2023 9:38 AM from

Stardock Forums Top

Thank you for your help. After a number of restarts it is working. I'm not sure what the issue was, but thanks for your prompt replies!

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