There’s no simple way of switching on a Windows 7 mode in Windows 10. Instead, you can install third-party software, manually tweak settings, and edit the registry. We provide step-by-step instructions on how you can use these tools and tweaks to bring the Windows 7 experience to Windows 10.
Although Windows 10 commands 52 percent of the Windows PC market worldwide and continues to show steady growth, Windows 7 is reaching its end of life but still remains a fan-favorite, falling into second place with a 35 percent market share. While Windows 10 is a more secure modern platform, there are methods of keeping the Windows 7 aesthetics without sacrificing all the benefits provided by the latest version of Windows.
There is no simple way of switching on a Windows 7 mode, but there are a number of things you can change using third-party software and built-in settings. Before starting, as always, you should create a restore point in Windows 10 to revert back to the state before you convert the interface to Windows 7.
Step 1: For starters, Classic Shell comes highly recommended and serves as a good starting point. With this free tool, you can modify the Windows 10 Start Menu to resemble the version provided in Windows 7. Once installed, you’ll see six entries on your Start Menu listed under Classic Shell. Here you will want to choose Classic Start Menu Settings.
Step 2: On the Start Menu Style tab, choose Windows 7 style as shown above.
