Start11 v2 Makes Searching Better, Private
Keep your Windows search data private and local
Thursday, January 4, 2024 by BradSams | Discussion: Software Blog
At the end of last year, we released Start11 v2 that is packed with new features like three new Start menu designs, pinning folders to the taskbar, and new search experiences. If you haven’t checked out Start11 v2 yet, take a look at everything new here.
The new search features in Start11 make it easier to integrate with popular third-party tools and also clear out any previous search data. While Windows likes to bring in all sorts of external web content into your desktop experience, Start11 keeps things local and private.
There are two new features that are worth highlighting that arrived with v2, integration with the Everything search tool. If you are not familiar with Everything, it sets the standard for quick searching of your local content and with v2, we display the results directly in the Start experience.
To get started, install Everything, and that’s it. Once installed, Start11 v2 is notified of the installation and will automatically display the results within the Start menu.
But what if you want to clear your search history? Start11 v2 makes it possible to remove any previous search data with a couple of clicks.
First, open up the configuration panel, click on Settings backup, and then click “Clear information”. Once you click this option, you will then clear out your history that lets you keep your searches private which is helpful on devices that are used by multiple people.
Start11 v2 is designed to optimize the local experience, we don’t put ads in the Start menu, there isn’t third-party web content being shown next to the results – it’s your data, and only your data.
If you haven’t taken a look at Start11 v2 yet, you can download a free trial here. Or if you are looking for the best value, Start11 v2 is part of Object Desktop that includes other great apps like Groupy 2, Fences 5, and many more.
Reply #2 Monday, January 8, 2024 1:33 PM
Hi,
I have been a Stardock customer from OS/2 days, and on the Windows side was using Start8, then Start10, Object Desktop and so on. Last November, when it was time to renew the Object Desktop subscription, I was unable to do so as the company which accepts your payments changed, and was no longer willing to accept money from me.
Sad, but there you have it.
Take care, and all the best
G. George
We havent changed supported payment methods in several years, what issue are you running into?
Reply #3 Wednesday, February 7, 2024 5:07 PM
Everything Search support is the best addition to Start products in years. This totally fixes the problem that Start11 search doesn't return files in OneDrive which, for me, is almost anything I'd be searching for. Now, I can find both files and programs in the same interface, which is a SO much better experience.
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Reply #1 Monday, January 8, 2024 7:56 AM
Hi,
I have been a Stardock customer from OS/2 days, and on the Windows side was using Start8, then Start10, Object Desktop and so on. Last November, when it was time to renew the Object Desktop subscription, I was unable to do so as the company which accepts your payments changed, and was no longer willing to accept money from me.
Sad, but there you have it.
Take care, and all the best
G. George