: After decades of the Start button being in the bottom-left corner, many users find it frustrating to hunt for a button that shifts its position based on how many apps are open.
Furthermore, the left alignment offers superior ergonomics for those utilizing the "Quick Link" or "Power User" menu. By right-clicking the Start button, users gain instant access to hidden but essential tools like the Device Manager, Command Prompt, Task Manager, and Disk Management. While this menu is technically accessible from the centered button as well, the left-aligned Start button maintains the tradition of the "Start" button being the gateway not just to apps, but to the system itself. Keeping it in the corner feels more utilitarian and robust, whereas the centered icon feels more like a mobile app launcher—designed for consumption rather than creation.