How to Change Windows Start Menu Color: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to change Windows start menu color with clear steps, practical tips, and troubleshooting guidance for a reliable result.

Instructions to change the color of Windows Start Menu

Step 1

Open Settings then click Personalization on the left side of the interface.

Step 2

Switch to the new interface, users click on Colors to change the color of the interface on the computer.

Step 3

To display the color for Start Menu, Taskbar at Choose your mode you switch to Dark to adjust further.

Step 4

Next, at the Accent color option , you choose the Automatic or Manual color .

• Automatic: Windows will automatically select a color based on your desktop wallpaper.
• Manual: Scroll down to the Windows colors section and select the color you like, or click Custom colors for more color customization options.

Step 5

Scroll down and enable Show accent color on the Start and taskbar to change the color of the Start Menu, Taskbar, and Action Center.