Windows 11 is available for one and all and you can get it now for free. All the eligible users who meet minimum requirements can easily upgrade or install the full version of Windows 11. Microsoft has revamped the look & feel in Windows 11 with some great new features. It has also incorporated some built-in security features to ensure a secure and assured experience.
And like any other Windows build, some features from Windows 10 are deprecated in Windows 11. While many liked that, it didn’t go down well with some ardent Windows 10 users who were used to these functionalities. In this article, we are going to discuss what you can do in Windows 10 that you can’t do in Windows 11. So, let us check out.
What is the difference between Windows 11 and Windows 10?
The main difference between Windows 11 and Windows 10 is the look & feel, which is completely changed in the new operating system. There are significant changes in the Start Menu and the Taskbar of both the OS. For example, the Start menu and taskbar are now centered and resemble those of macOS and ChromeOS. Apart from that, another major change in Windows 11 is the Settings app, which is more easily accessible now.
Things you can do in Windows 10 that you can’t do in Windows 11
Here are some of the things you can do in Windows 10 that you can’t do in Windows 11:
- Ability to move Taskbar, Taskbar context menu, & ability to combine open apps.
- Calendar Flyout is missing events.
- Can’t resize the Start menu.
- You can no longer sync your desktop wallpaper.
- The math panel is missing.
- Some handy apps are not preinstalled.
- No S Mode for Windows 11 Pro users.
- Multi-App Kiosk Mode is no longer supported.
- Can’t view Quick Status from the lock screen.
- Windows 11 does not support disabling the return of internet Search results via Registry Key.
1] Ability to move Taskbar, Taskbar context menu, & ability to combine open apps
Windows 11 is missing many nice taskbar features that were present in Windows 10. One of these features includes the ability for users to move the taskbar. Windows 10 users can easily move the toolbar and change its alignment using the drag-and-drop method. As of now, the taskbar in Windows 11 can only be pinned at the bottom of the desktop screen. Many users have already requested a change.
Additionally, the previous handy right-click context menu of the taskbar is also missing in the new OS. When users click on the toolbar in Windows 10, some options used to appear in the context menu, allowing you to perform a specific task directly from the taskbar. In Windows 11, you only get a Taskbar settings option that navigates you to the Settings app’s taskbar customization section. Some users are also missing the previous context right-click menu.
Another taskbar feature that you have in Windows 10 that is lacking in Windows 11 is the ability to group open apps.
TIP: How to customize Windows 11 Taskbar area.
2] Calendar Flyout is missing events
Windows 10 users can view the events listed in the Calendar flyout by clicking on the date and time. However, Microsoft has dropped this handy feature in Windows 11, which was really helpful. Now, you don’t see events listed under the dates in the Calendar flyout whenever you click on the data on the taskbar.
3] Can’t resize the Start menu
Start menu is definitely one of the prominent changes in Windows 11 in terms of look & feel. It has customizable ‘Pinned’ icons and a dedicated ‘Recommended’ section. Some earlier features that are present in Windows 10 are ditched in the new version, like Live Tiles are not there, and named groups and folders of apps are not supported. Additionally, Windows 10 users can easily resize the Start menu by dragging the edges. The Start menu layout can’t be resized in Windows 11 now.
RELATED: How to customize Windows 11 Start Menu.
4] You can no longer sync your desktop wallpaper
Windows 10 users can sync wallpaper across desktops on multiple devices using the same Microsoft account. However, this feature is lacking in Windows 11, and users can’t sync their desktop wallpaper across several devices.
5] Math panel is missing
As you may already know, the Math Input panel is missing in Windows 11. Windows 10 users can use the Math Input panel to convert handwritten mathematical formulas into digital text. If Windows 11 users want, they can install Math Recognizer on demand. However, it doesn’t impact Maths inking in apps like OneNote.
6] Some handy apps are not preinstalled
Windows 10 users get some handy apps like 3D Viewer, Paint 3D, Skype, and some other pre-installed with the OS. But Microsoft has deprecated these apps from the pre-installed app package in Windows 11. When performing a clean install of Windows 11, users won’t get these apps installed on their system. You will have to manually get them from Microsoft Store to use them in Windows 11.
7] No S Mode for Windows 11 Pro user
There is no S mode for Windows 11 Pro users. The S mode is only available in the home edition of Windows 11. On the other hand, S mode is supported on the Pro edition of Windows 10.
8] Multi-App Kiosk Mode is no longer supported
An assigned access multi-app kiosk can run multiple apps from the desktop. Multi-App Kiosk Mode is no longer supported in Windows 11 which wasn’t the case in Windows 10. As of now, Windows 11 only supports the use of a single app in Kiosk Mode.
9] Can’t view Quick Status from the lock screen
Windows 10 users can have Quick Status information from the lock screen. This feature is removed in Windows 11. Now, Windows 11 users can’t set Quick Status and associated settings.
10] Windows 11 does not support disabling the return of internet Search results via Registry Key
Unlike Windows 10, Windows 11 doesn’t support disabling web search in the Start menu using a Registry hack. Although, this doesn’t affect the related Group Policy settings.
Did I miss any? Is there anything you cannot do in Windows 11 that you could do in Windows 10? Please do share your experience below in the comments section.
Now read: Things you can do in Windows 11 that you couldn’t do before.
What can Windows 11 do that 10 can’t?
There are so many things that Windows 11 can do, but Windows 10 can’t. For example, it comes with Snap Layouts, an option to run Android apps, access more detailed battery usage statistics, utilize widgets from the Taskbar, and more. Not only that, but you can also open files directly from the Start Menu, connect to Microsoft Teams with just a few clicks, and keep your focus using the built-in Clock app, among other features.
What features are in Windows 10 but not 11?
Microsoft removed several options and features from Windows 11 that were particularly useful in Windows 10. For example, you can resize the Start Menu, use the Calendar in a flyout menu, or enable S Mode, among other options. The most important thing is that you cannot synchronize your wallpaper, which is important for those who use multiple computers.
You can also share your own experience in the comment box and let us know what you miss in Windows 11 in comparison to Windows 10.
Must read: Windows 11 Tips and Tricks.
