Classic Shell™ is free software that improves your productivity, enhances the usability of Windows and empowers you to use the computer the way you like it. The main features are:

• Highly customizable start menu with multiple styles and skins
• Quick access to recent, frequently-used, or pinned programs
• Find programs, settings, files and documents
• Start button for Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10
• Toolbar and status bar for Windows Explorer
• Caption and status bar for Internet Explorer

Note: As of December 2017, Classic Shell is no longer in active development. More details here
Development has been picked up by volunteers on GitHub under the name Open Shell

The latest stable version of Classic Shell is 4.3.1

Download translated versions Download older versions Download mirror at Mediafire

Classic Shell on Facebook Classic Shell on Sourceforge

Visit the Classic Shell forum to find custom menu skins and start buttons.

If you are having problems uninstalling or upgrading Classic Shell, please read this forum post.

Dec 3rd, 2017 - Classic Shell is no longer actively developed

After 8 years I have decided to stop developing Classic Shell. The source code for the latest version is released on SourceForge. More details here.

Aug 12th, 2017 - General release 4.3.1 is out

It officially supports the Creators Update for Windows 10. More details here.

Jul 30th, 2016 - General release 4.3.0 is out

It officially supports the Anniversary Update for Windows 10. More details here.

May 22nd, 2016 - Beta version 4.2.7 is out

QFE fix for a crash bug in beta version 4.2.6 that affects 32-bit Windows 10.

May 21st, 2016 - Beta version 4.2.6 is out

It improves support for Windows 10 Redstone, adds taskbar skinning, menu animations, and many new features. More details here.

Choose between 3 different styles: 

The Classic Start Menu is compatible with:

Download DisplayFusion from here

Many usability improvements to Explorer (every feature can be turned on or off):

Samsung | Kies For Android 4.4.2

Kies will notify you if a firmware update is available for your device. Troubleshooting: Samsung Kies Not Recognizing Device

or manually updating older hardware that cannot receive over-the-air (OTA) updates. Is 4.4.2 compatible with the Samsung Smart Switch and Kies?

This version supports legacy feature phones and older smartphones running Android versions prior to Android 4.3.

Enter . While Samsung has moved on to "Smart Switch" for newer devices, Kies remains the only official bridge between your vintage KitKat phone and your Windows PC or Mac. samsung kies for android 4.4.2

Follow these instructions to safely install the software and link your device. Step 1: Download and Install Visit the official Samsung Support website.

By keeping an archival copy of Samsung Kies 3 on hand, you can successfully maintain, back up, and revitalize your classic Android 4.4.2 KitKat smartphones and tablets for years to come. If you need help with a specific device, let me know: What is the exact of your Samsung device? What desktop operating system are you running Kies on? What error message or behavior are you experiencing?

: It allows you to save critical data, including contacts, messages, photos, and videos, to your PC for safety. Firmware Updates Kies will notify you if a firmware update

Go to the official Samsung support website (usually www.samsung.com ). Navigate to the Support → Downloads section. Instead of searching for the generic "Kies," search specifically for "Kies 3" . You can also find direct download pages on Samsung’s regional support sites.

Double-check your Android version. If your device was never updated to 4.4.2 and is still running Android 4.1 or 4.2, completely uninstall Kies 3 and install Kies 2.6 . Connection Drops During Backup

Here is everything you need to know about using Samsung Kies with Android 4.4.2. This version supports legacy feature phones and older

If your Samsung device runs Android 4.4.2, it is considered a legacy device. Modern versions of Samsung Smart Switch might not fully recognize these older operating systems.

Go back to the main menu and open Developer Options . Check the box next to USB Debugging . Step 3: Connect via USB Cable

With the correct Kies 3 installed, you could use it to manage almost every aspect of your Galaxy device.

This version is built specifically for older feature phones and Android devices running Android version 4.2.2 or older.

One of the most common issues users face is Kies failing to recognize their device. Here are some solutions: