Windows 11 Users Will Soon Able To Uninstall More Built-In Apps: Know More

The US-based tech giant Microsoft is preparing to release an update for Windows 11, giving users the ability to uninstall a broader selection of default apps and providing greater control to users over the built-in applications.

Users will soon have the option to uninstall pre-installed apps like the Camera app, Cortana, Photos app, People app, and the Remote Desktop (MSTSC) client, as reported by Bleeping Computer, which is currently undergoing testing in Build 23585 for the dev channel.

This update reflects Microsoft’s ongoing commitment to providing a more flexible and personalized user experience, the report said.

This capability to uninstall these apps addresses a common request from Windows users who have consistently expressed a desire for increased control over the apps bundled with their operating system.

Microsoft is enhancing the user-friendliness of Windows 11 by allowing the removal of these apps. This move not only caters to user preferences but also contributes to streamlining the system for those who prefer a more minimalist approach, according to the report.

“This development is particularly notable for users who wish to tailor their system’s functionality to their specific needs, reducing unnecessary clutter and potentially improving system performance,” said Bleeping Computer.

Meanwhile, Microsoft is reportedly planning to bring its generative AI-powered personal assistant, Copilot, to one billion Windows 10 users soon.

According to Windows Central, citing sources, similar to Windows 11, this update will place a Copilot button directly on the Windows 10 taskbar, opening the same Copilot sidebar experience found on Windows 11.

The Windows 10 Copilot update will also include plugins that work across both operating systems. According to the report, the primary reason for this new update is to increase market share.

Windows 10 continues to be used on approximately 1 billion monthly active devices, compared to 400 million monthly active devices on Windows 11.

Microsoft sees an additional 1 billion users as an untapped market for Copilot expansion, so integrating Copilot into Windows 10 is a natural next step for the company, the report said.