How to add folders on Start next to the Power button on Windows 11

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On Windows 11, by default, the Start menu shows the profile and Power menus in the bottom rail. However, you can also display quick access to folder locations next to the Power button in this area like in previous versions.

For example, you can add or remove access to Settings, File Explorer, Documents, Pictures, Network, and other folders. And this is possible by customizing the Start settings from the Settings app.

In this guide, you will learn the easy steps to choose the folders that can appear on Start next to the Power button on Windows 11.

Choose which folders appear on Start next to the Power button

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

1. Open Settings on Windows 11.

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2. Click on Personalization.

3. Click the Start page on the right side.

   

   Start settings

4. Click on Folders.

5. Turn on the toggle switch for the folders you want to appear next to the Power button on Windows 11, including:

   • Settings.
   • File Explorer.
   • Documents.
   • Downloads.
   • Music.
   • Pictures.
   • Videos.
   • Network.
   • Personal folder.

   

   Choose folders to appear next to the Power button

Once you complete the steps, open the Start menu, and the buttons to the locations you selected will appear next to the Power button.

Start with folders next to the Power button