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Open-Shell

Open-Shell 4.4.170

  -  7 MB  -  Open Source
  • Latest Version

    Open-Shell 4.4.194

  • Operating System

    Windows 7 / Windows 7 64 / Windows 8 / Windows 8 64 / Windows 10 / Windows 10 64

  • User Rating

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  • Author / Product

    Open-Shell Team / External Link

  • Filename

    OpenShellSetup_4_4_170.exe

Sometimes latest versions of the software can cause issues when installed on older devices or devices running an older version of the operating system.

Software makers usually fix these issues but it can take them some time. What you can do in the meantime is to download and install an older version of Open-Shell 4.4.170.


For those interested in downloading the most recent release of Open-Shell or reading our review, simply click here.


All old versions distributed on our website are completely virus-free and available for download at no cost.


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What's new in this version:

New:
- Improved compatibility with WindowBlinds
- Show Settings above Control Panel by default
- Display Modern settings search results above Control Panel ones
- Added options for aligning the start menu at the edge of working area instead of the taskbar
- Easier access to taskbar options
- Don't change Taskbar text color/texture until relaunch

Fixed:
- Don't show jump list for Settings application
- Setup: Fix installer warning on Windows 7
- Use modern Help icon in Classic/Two column menu style
- Fix Shutdown item text
- Skinning fixes