- The latest version of Windhawk, a popular customization tool, admits the arm
- That means that those with Snapdragon PCs can use it to put their own brand on Windows 11
- However, there are some catches here, including not all Windhawk mods will work on the PC of the arm from the door.
Those with a co -pilot+ PC that has a Snapdragon (ARM) processor now have more customization options for Windows 11 at their disposal, because a popular third parties now has a version that works on these devices.
Yes, anyone with a PC based on an arm who has been watching windhawk, and the powers that this tool boasts in terms of changing the Windows 11 desktop, can now enjoy the application, while previously only those with AMD and Intel CPU could.
Windows Central collected the launch of a new version of Windhawk (V1.6) that is optimized for Snapdragon chips.
The communication notes for Windhawk V1.6 inform us that: “Windhawk can now be installed in the Windows Arm64 versions, and the customization of the native Arm64 programs is fully compatible. The customization of the x86 and x64 programs in the ARM64 windows has some limitations, which could be improved in the future. Some mods may need to be adjusted by their authors to work correctly in Windows ARM64 “.
Windhawk is a base platform that allows you to explore a variety of modifications and apply any of them to Windows 11, allowing you to choose the customizations you want.
For example, you can change the taskbar, or go to the city to review the start menu, or apply a complete topic. A recent example of the latter is a topic inspired by Windows for Windhawk, which gives Windows 11 a retro atmosphere while maintaining its modern lines.
Analysis: A powerful utility with a couple of warnings
It cannot be something bad that a popular software piece that is really bristle with options for Windows 11 to look different now is available more widely. After all, it is not just people with AMD or PC with Intel who want to adjust and polish Windows 11 (or maybe even change it completely).
That said, there are a couple of small catches here. First, as indicated by the notes of the version, some modifications may need to play to work on a PC based on arm with Windhawk 1.6, and the authors can, or not, can do so. Their options can still be more limited with a Snapdragon PC since, especially in these first days for the friendly version with the arms of utility.
In addition, I have to issue the usual warning here, which is that Windhawk is a piece of third -party software, and it must always be cautious when installing such applications on your PC.
In this case, Windhawk has existed for some time and has a reputation as a perspective safe enough in terms of third -party efforts. But still, it should be said that he installs anything in his system at his own risk, even if it is a seemingly low level of risk.
In addition to possible security concerns, there are also times when third -party applications that customize the Windows 11 interface can considerably throw boats in process when it comes to Microsoft monthly patches (or annual updates).
Windhawk is particularly appreciated for its ability to refine the start menu and achieve tricks such as eliminating the recommended panel of that part of the Windows 11 interface, a piece of the puzzle that many feel that it gets in the way. (Although Microsoft can provide that capacity, finally, based on hidden tracks on Windows 11 test compilations, but for now, you will need a solution to do so, such as Windhawk).
