Windows 11’s Hidden Modern Run Dialog Gets a Slimmer Design—But Still Not Rolling Out

Microsoft is quietly refining a hidden modern version of the Run dialog in Windows 11, introducing a slimmer design that aligns more closely with the operating system’s Fluent Design language, though the feature remains unavailable to general users as it continues internal testing.

The updated Run dialog, accessible through the Win + R keyboard shortcut, has undergone a visual refresh that reduces its footprint while maintaining core functionality. According to recent findings, the interface now features tighter spacing, rounded corners, and a cleaner layout that better integrates with the visual language of Windows 11, marking the first notable design change to the utility in decades.

This modern variant of the Run dialog is not yet part of the stable release and requires manual activation through advanced settings in the operating system. Users must navigate to the Developer or Advanced options within Windows Settings to enable the feature, indicating It’s still in an experimental phase intended for testing and feedback rather than widespread deployment.