Microsoft is updating even more parts of the Windows 11 UI with modern designs: Here’s what’s next on the list of overhauls
Microsoft is continuing its modernization efforts for Windows 11, updating more user interface elements with contemporary design standards. The company is addressing a long-standing problem that has plagued Windows since Windows 8: inconsistent design language that became increasingly fragmented throughout Windows 10’s lifecycle.
The UI inconsistencies across Windows 10 affected multiple design elements including frameworks, context menus, iconography, and visual components. This fragmentation extended across different versions, creating a disjointed user experience that many perceived as lacking polish and craftsmanship. The design issues contributed to negative user sentiment, with unfavorable comparisons made to competitors like Apple’s macOS, which is recognized for its cohesive visual design and refined user experience.
Windows 11 represents Microsoft’s systematic effort to resolve these design inconsistencies by standardizing and modernizing UI components throughout the operating system. The ongoing updates aim to bring remaining legacy interface elements in line with Windows 11’s modern design language, creating a more uniform and visually polished platform. These efforts demonstrate Microsoft’s renewed focus on design quality and user experience—areas where the platform had previously fallen short.