If you install Windows 8 for the first time you will love it but there is one thing we do not like and that is the Start Menu which is missing so in order to solve this issue you must install this program. Enjoy it.

What is Classic Shell?
Classic Shell is a collection of features that were available in older versions of Windows but are removed from Vista and Windows 7. It has a classic start menu for Windows 7, it adds a toolbar for Windows Explorer and supports a variety of smaller features. There are 3 major components - Classic Explorer, Classic Start Menu and Classic IE9.

What are the system requirements of Classic Shell?
Classic Shell supports Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2. There is only one installer for all and it covers both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems. Of course some features like the classic start menu are more useful on Windows 7 than on Vista.


Does Classic Shell support Windows 8?
Yes, Classic Shell versions 3.6.0 and later officially support Windows 8 RTM (and Windows Server 2012). Versions from 3.3.0 to 3.4.1 support the Developer Preview. Versions 3.5.0 and 3.5.1 support the Consumer Preview and the Release Preview.


Is Classic Shell Free?
Yes, Classic Shell is free and open-source software.