Return the start menu to Windows® 8 with Start8™ from Stardock!
Thursday, October 18, 2012 by Island Dog | Discussion: WinCustomize News
Start8, the much anticipated software solution that returns the start menu and its functionality to Windows 8, is now available. Ease the transition to Windows 8 with Start8 by bringing the familiarity of the Windows 7-style start menu along with additional enhancements to Microsoft’s new Windows 8 release.
Start8 will boot directly to the Windows 8 desktop by default, giving users a friendly starting point during their migration. Start8 also enables users to search for, pin and launch both classic and Modern UI applications from the start menu.
FEATURES
- Adds a Windows 7-style Start menu with Windows 8 enhancements
- Boot directly to the Windows 8 desktop
- Search for Windows 8-style (Modern UI) apps
- Pin desktop and Modern UI apps
- Jump list support
- Windows 8 Start screen accessible from the Start menu
- Optionally disable Windows 8 “hot spots”
- Configurable Start menu size
- Fast access to shut down, devices, music, documents, videos
- Skinnable Start button
- Group policy support
HOW TO GET IT
Visit: https://www.stardock.com/products/start8/download.asp
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
- Windows 8
Reply #2 Friday, October 19, 2012 5:11 PM
Yes, probably in the next couple of days.
Reply #4 Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:43 AM
this product should be huge!! a lot of folks really don't like the new UI. Way to get in front of all this.
Reply #5 Tuesday, October 23, 2012 11:59 AM
I just hope MS don't try to shoot it down. Great job SD!
Reply #6 Saturday, October 27, 2012 8:47 AM
i dont think so RND they are still busy with fixing things at the start of windows8 + surface pro is the next step for release... besides it does also helps win8 sales 
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Reply #1 Thursday, October 18, 2012 1:20 PM
I'd try it out but the system requirements are a dealbreaker for me.
I wonder......will there be a Start Button Gallery?
In all seriousness though, Start8 is shaping up to be a real "must have" for those who want their Windows 8 desktop to look and behave the way they want it to.