What Do Native Apps Refreshed With Windows 11 Look Like?

We’re taking a closer look at the new looks for apps that are built into Windows.

Windows 11, which was first introduced in June, will begin to reach users with supported hardware as of October 5 . With the upcoming operating system, major changes are taking place in the user interface and the Fleunt Design design language is adopted.

Microsoft will use a tool called “Mica” to make apps and desktop items match your wallpaper. However, it was especially emphasized that performance would not be adversely affected , even if improvements were made in all areas visually.

As you know, in line with this design goal, native applications of Windows also gain a modern look. In summary, it would be good to say that every field of applications is changing from top to bottom. Let’s take a closer look at the applications that have changed with Windows 11. In addition to this, let’s note that different applications may change, apart from the ones below.

paint

Paint is getting touch-friendly improvements for Windows 11’s native dark mode and items in the title menu. There are also changes such as new icons, rounded corners, improved color selection tool, a new font picker and brush settings. Additionally, separate buttons for undo, save, view and file are added as part of the new header design.

Notebook

The title menu in Notepad is refreshed with new icons that are more stylish and suitable for touch controls, while the typography is updated. The new Notepad looks much more modern and also matches the overall look of Windows 11.

Photos

In this app comes a new interface and new controls that are compatible with the visual refresh of WinUI. The Microsoft Photos app gets a new floating menu with editing options like crop, rotate, and more.

Voice recorder

Microsoft is bringing a new look for Sound Recorder and it will apparently use WinUI 2.6 controls. Additionally, the left side pane has been updated with improved padding to better support touch hardware. Audio Recorder, on the other hand, will now show sound waves of everything it records.

Calculator

Calculator has been redesigned to make the calculation tool compatible with the rest of the Fluent Design approach. While this app is also rewritten in C#, WinUI 2.6’s rounded corners are now more visible and dark mode is supported.

Snipping Tool

The renewed Snipping Tool combines the features of both the classic Snipping Tool and Snip & Sketch tools. The updated tool will add support for Rectangle Snip, Freeform Snip, Windows Snip, and Fullscreen Snip.

Clock App

The Clock app gets an updated look on Windows 11 and Windows 10 with support for Focus Sessions and Spotify integration. Focus Sessions integration will allow you to select tasks from Microsoft To Do and play music in the background as you complete your work.

Mail and Calendar

The rounded corners draw attention and general visual improvements are made in the Mail and Calendar application.

Other Improvements

• PowerToys tool to make the settings interface compatible with Windows 11.
• Microsoft Teams will now come with a WebView-based and Windows 11-like user interface.
• Office applications are visually renewed.
• Minor improvements are also made for apps like Groove Music.