One of the coolest features Microsoft highlighted for Windows 11 is the On-Screen Widgets. These are dynamic cards on various topics that you can check anytime. They provide information on the weather, stock market updates, news, and more.
To access Widgets quickly in Windows 11, press WINDOWS + W, and you’ll see this interface with dynamic cards. You can also pin them to the screen. The news section is handy for keeping up with your favorite sources.
However, if you don’t use the news feature in Windows 11 Widgets, you might want to disable it to save space and resources. While it’s not straightforward, it is possible. We’ve prepared this guide to explain how to do it.
Steps to disable News Widgets in Windows 11
The news section in Windows 11 Widgets is a convenient way to quickly access your favorite information sources and stay updated on global events and different sectors. However, not all users find this feature useful.
If you’re one of those users, you might want to disable the News Widgets in Windows 11 to remove the interface. Be aware that Microsoft has noted you might encounter some errors after doing so.
If you’re sure you want to disable the News Widgets, it’s important to know that the process is quite extensive and involves downloading some third-party resources. Follow these steps to get rid of the News Widgets:
By following these steps, you can successfully disable the News Widgets and streamline your Windows 11 experience.
If you want to disable the News Widgets in Windows 11, here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Go to [store.rg-adguard.net](https://store.rg-adguard.net).
- In the first drop-down menu, select “ProductID”.
- In the search field, enter `9MSSGKG348SP` without quotes. In the other drop-down menu, select “Fast” and check the checkbox.
- Download the file named `MicrosoftWindows.Client.WebExperience_523.33200.0.0_neutral_~_cw5n1h2txyewy.appxbundle`.
- Open the downloaded package and click “Update”.
If you’re using a preview version of Windows and have installed the Windows Web Experience Pack, you can skip the previous steps.
- Go to GitHub and download [ViVeTool](https://github.com/thebookisclosed/ViVe).
- Extract it to an easily accessible location. Run Command Prompt with administrator permissions.
- Enter the command `CD C:\Vive` (replace `C:\Vive` with the actual path where you extracted ViVeTool).
- Enter the command `vivetool /enable /id:45393399` and press Enter.
- Restart your computer.
After restarting:
- Press WINDOWS + W to access the Widgets.
- Click on the settings button and choose “Show or hide feeds”.
- Disable “Microsoft Home”.
Following these steps will disable the news widgets in Windows 11, leaving your interface free from ads and automatic video playback.
