How To Make Windows 11 Look Like Windows 7 ?

 

1. Start Menu & Taskbar (Windows 7 Style)

Use StartAllBack (Best Option)

          https://www.startallback.com/

          Brings back Windows 7-style Start Menu and taskbar.

          Restore classic right-click menu, old file explorer, and more. 
          Lightweight and stable.

Alternative: Open-Shell (free but less integrated)

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2.Icons & Visual Style

Use a Windows 7 Icon Pack

Download "Windows 7 Icon Pack" from DeviantArt or GitHub.

Apply icons using:

IconPackager (paid)
or manually via right-click → Properties → Change Icon

1.  Use a Windows 7 Theme

Check DeviantArt for themes like “Windows 7 Aero for Windows 11.”
Use UltraUXThemePatcher (to install third-party themes).
https://www.syssel.net/hoefs/software_uxtheme.php

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3.Bring Back Classic File Explorer

StartAllBack can do this.

Or use OldNewExplorer (lightweight utility).

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4.Windows 7 Wallpaper & Sounds

Use classic wallpaper from Windows 7.
Copy old sound schemes from a Win7 system or download packs online.

Apply via Settings → Personalization.

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5. Control Sounds

Go to: Settings > Personalization > Themes > Sounds

Choose or import “Windows Default” from Windows 7.

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⚠️Notes⚠️:

          Some tools modify system files — create a restore point.
          Performance remains Windows 11 — only the appearance changes.

          Keep StartAllBack or Open-Shell updated for compatibility.