Still, there are benefits to perusing through Microsofts app store.
In general, these apps also use more modern code and are optimized to use fewer system resources.
Here are some Store apps you should definitely check out.
It’s free, every week, in your inbox.
Some highlights include:
And theresmuch more.
Although some features are available as paid upgrades, its a full-fledged PDF reader even in free mode.
Netflix
In general, Im trying to avoid apps that work just fine through a surfing app.
FocusCommit
FocusCommitcombines task management features with aPomodorotimer to help keep you productive.
Modern Flyouts
One of the biggest complaints about Windows 11 was that it felt unfinished.
Despite being one of the biggest Windows redesigns ever, some elements of the UI remain outdated.
One notable eyesore are the flyouts the little pop-ups that show up when you adjust your volume or brightness.
These have been essentially unchanged since Windows8.
Windows 11 saw some aesthetic improvements, but the simply-namedFilesapp is the update I wish Microsoft made.
Thats mainly because of one basic feature: tabs.
At long last, you might have multiple explorer instances in one window, helping keep things organized.
It also allows you to view two tabs at the same time in its dual-pane mode.
Outside of the occasional bug, its simply better than Microsofts built-in solution.
But in 2016, the company tried to legitimately modernize the app with a replacement calledPaint 3D.
Released in 2017, it was initially met with some controversy becausepeople didnt want classic Paint to go away.
Photoshop Express
You guessed it:Photoshop Expressis a lightweight version of Photoshop.
Though its far less powerful than the full version, its also free, and free is nice.
Microsoft then uses machine learning to allow you to copy and paste your text to other applications as well.
How neat is that?
Few of these are truly great, but the list is rapidly growing.
Well keep this list updated as we discover new apps for you to check out.
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