How to rearrange live tiles?

To rearrange live tiles on your Windows 10 Start menu, simply click and drag them to your desired location. You can also organize them into new groups and name those groups for better organization.

Rearranging Live Tiles on the Windows 10 Start Menu

Live tiles are dynamic shortcuts on the Windows 10 Start menu that display real-time information from their associated apps. Organizing these tiles allows you to customize your Start menu for quick access to frequently used applications and information.

Step-by-Step Guide to Moving Tiles

Moving a single live tile or app shortcut is a straightforward process:

1. Open the Start Menu: Click the Start button (Windows logo) in the bottom-left corner of your screen, or press the Windows key on your keyboard.
2. Select and Drag: Locate the live tile or app icon you wish to move. Click on it and hold down your mouse button.
3. Reposition: While still holding the mouse button, drag the tile to the new position within the Start menu. Other tiles will automatically shift to accommodate it.
4. Release: Once the tile is in the desired spot, release the mouse button to drop it.

Organizing Tiles into Groups

Creating custom groups for your tiles can significantly enhance your Start menu's usability, allowing you to categorize apps by function, project, or personal preference.

1. Initiate a New Group: Click and drag an existing tile towards an empty space on your Start menu where no other tiles are present. As you drag, an outline indicating a new group area will appear.
2. Create the Group: Release the mouse button within this new group area. The tile will now reside in its own dedicated section.
3. Name the Group: Above the newly created group, you will see the text "Name group." Click on this text.
4. Enter a Custom Name: A blinking cursor will appear, allowing you to type a descriptive name for your group (e.g., "Productivity Tools," "Creative Apps," "Daily Essentials"). Press Enter or click anywhere outside the text box to save the name.
5. Add More Tiles: To add more tiles to an existing group, simply drag them into that group's defined area.

Tips for Effective Tile Management

Beyond basic rearrangement, you can further customize your live tiles and Start menu for optimal efficiency:

• Resizing Tiles: Many live tiles can be resized to display more or less information. Right-click on a tile, hover over "Resize," and choose from options like Small, Medium, Wide, or Large.
• Turning Live Tile Updates On/Off: If a live tile's dynamic content is distracting or unnecessary, you can disable its live updates. Right-click on the tile, then select "More" > "Turn live tile off." To re-enable, follow the same steps and choose "Turn live tile on."
• Pinning and Unpinning Apps:
  • To pin an app: Find the app in the "All apps" list on the left side of the Start menu, right-click it, and select "Pin to Start."
  • To unpin an app: Right-click on the tile you wish to remove from the Start menu and select "Unpin from Start."
• Drag-and-Drop to Reorder Groups: You can also reorder entire groups by clicking and dragging their name bar to a new position on the Start menu.

Here’s a quick reference table for common tile actions:

For more detailed information on customizing the Start menu in Windows 10, you can refer to official Microsoft Support resources on personalizing your PC experience.