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That's expected, test builds are for testing. Beta is expected in a week or two with those essential things restored.

It seems that 2.1 is not crashing on 8.1 and it's an erroneus data. I'll notify all users by mail to update to newer StartIsBack version. That may have something to do with start button not fitting into new taskbar, StartIsBack thinking that start button size changed and thus recreating it all the time. Please check your e-mail also.

I've been contacted by Microsoft about StartIsBack 2.1 causing crashes when Windows 8 is updated to Windows 8.1 Preview. If anyone seen this (on x64), please contact me via support e-mail. Also, StartIsBack for 8.1 preview alpha version is up https://moot.it/startisback Not that exciting yet.

Can you forward me this to support e-mail?

StartIsBack.Next does not have limitations on blur. Everything renders on blur. I could remove non-rectangular pane limitations as well but that would make holes in standard skin.

Check if issue is in test build: https://moot.it/startisbackBut I guess it falls down to some setting or policy. Is Sleep available in modern ui shudown?

No, and not planned. Do you want to get rid of it for functional or skinning purpose?

Buttons for each taskbar is planned in StartIsBack for Windows 8.1 as day one feature, now that we don't have native menu limatations.

It's done and gone with 8.1. You can drop it from the list.

It's better not to try test build on Windows 8.1 now because there are some critical issues on it. I'm waiting for humanangle to test right-click crash issue.

No, sorry. It's not possible.

An announcement you've been waiting for + 8.1 ****storm a day early StartIsBack will be back again for Windows 8.1 and Server 2012 R2! Current versions of StartIsBack are not compatible with those operating systems. If you install current StartIsBack versions, nothing will happen. You should uninstall StartIsBack if you're willing to try 8.1 or 2012 R2 preview upgrade. SIB versions earlier than 2.0 can crash the OS. StartIsBack will return Windows 7 menu recreated with all the details and experience you're accustomed with and improvements to the total UI experience, adapted to 8.1 changes; new cool features as well. I advice you DON'T try Windows 8.1 on real machine as Preview build seems VERY buggy, with user experience NOT really improved. Start button is nice but lame. Bugs are obvious. New version of StartIsBack will be a free upgrade for all users who purchased StartIsBack previously. Windows 8.1 preview is horrible so you shouldn't expect StartIsBack for Windows 8.1 very soon. StartIsBack.Next test builds will still work on Windows 8 for some time. Please try to discuss it on https://moot.it/startisback

StartIsBack 2.1.1 http://www.startisback.com/#download-tab Also, orbs are back (but shamrock is default). I believe we've come to terms with MS' representative.

TEST BUILD 4 is out with new features! https://moot.it/startisback Also, StartIsBack 2.1.1 with minor changes is expected soon.

So it's confirmed that 8.1 removes them?

That's intended and likely won't be reimplemented. Other bugs are noted, thanks for your sharp eye

No, but there is alternate thing planned for folders.

When crashes happen? If it's outside of using menu and launching apps, it's hardly StartIsBack fault. You can try test version as well. Yep, fixed this. Say if you want more improvements to high contrast theme.ace2 , please remove your posts, they're no use to me.

StartIsBack license is for a lifetime. More details June 26th.Test Build 2: https://moot.it/startisback Seems that moot.it sucks.

Sure. But what purpose except "wow I can search from taskbar like Mac OS X"?

Can't share the details about 8.1 until 8.1 releases and I try it. Please wait a few days.

Fixed this. Known issue. Start button should be redone for 8.1 anyway.

Mainly because All Programs button will be 'hanging' in the white space on the half of the menu.ace2, you can unleash your mad skills here now: https://moot.it/startisback

New StartIsBack! StartIsBack has been reborn and you can taste it now! https://moot.it/startisback Yet it won't excite you; it is (should be) exactly like version 2.1. It won't function properly on Windows 8.1 yet. There is no 8.1 yet to start with... This is build just for testing which will evolve into new StartIsBack for Windows 8.1. Not sure how to name it. Try keeping discussion on that forum; not sure if it's good enough.

You have quite an eye I must say. I'm slowing down PCs and painting algorithms to notice that.