Microsoft's Sticky Notes app for Windows 10 and 11 has recently undergone significant changes. The updated app, which is now integrated with OneNote, has drawn criticism from users who feel it has lost some of the features that made it useful.
Windows 11 Sticky Notes Update Faces Backlash
Currently, the new Sticky Notes are in testing through the Microsoft 365 Insider program. Despite being a preview, it is being rolled out to a wider audience, which has raised concerns about its early release. The integration with OneNote means that users now have to interact with OneNote features even if they choose not to.
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One of the primary concerns is the app’s performance. The redesigned version appears slower and less efficient, undermining its purpose as a quick and simple note-taking tool. The slower interface has led to dissatisfaction among users who rely on the app for its speed and ease of use.
It has also been reported that notes are no longer available after the update, which has caused user frustration. While these issues are present in a test version, users want Microsoft to fix these issues immediately.
As a result, many users have reverted to the previous version of Sticky Notes available on the Microsoft Store. This older version retains the features that users found valuable, while also offering OneNote syncing across devices.
The preview version of the redesigned app has sparked a significant backlash, with users asking Microsoft to fix performance issues before uninstalling the old version.