Windows 11 is undergoing significant streamlining as Microsoft cuts non-essential features from the operating system. The most recent cut, as reported by Windows Latest, is the removal of the Steps Recorder app, which was originally introduced in Windows 7.

Steps Recorder was designed to record on-screen actions and steps taken when encountering a problem. However, it has now been added to the list of deprecated features for Windows 11, signaling that it will be removed in a future update. This move is part of Microsoft’s broader effort to declutter the operating system and streamline its functionality.

Microsoft has pointed to alternatives for screen recording, such as the Snipping Tool, Xbox Game Bar, and Microsoft Clipchamp. These options, along with the redundant nature of Steps Recorder, have led to its removal from Windows 11.

This decision is part of a larger effort by Microsoft to streamline Windows 11, including the recent removal of the Tips app and other default apps. Additionally, features like the RGB hub have been introduced to eliminate the need for separate apps to control peripherals with RGB lighting.

It is clear that Microsoft is committed to decluttering Windows 11 and streamlining its functionality. As this trend continues, users can expect more pruning of the operating system, which is ultimately a positive development.