SmartSystemMenu extends the system menu of Windows windows with custom items, including an information view.
Open source
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Shell manages Windows File Explorer context-menu items, letting users choose which entries to add.
About Shell
Shell is an open source utility for Windows that manages items in the File Explorer context menu, the menu that opens on right-click. Users can choose which entries to add, create custom commands that open web pages, files, folders, or applications, and modify or remove context menu items added by Windows or third-party software.
The project lists Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 as requirements, so it does not apply to other operating systems. The repository directs users to nilesoft.org for the latest download and links to online documentation.
Key features
- Choose which items to add to the File Explorer context menu
- Create custom commands for web pages, files, folders, and applications
- Modify or remove existing context menu items from system or third-party software
- Add sub-menus, menu items, and separators
- Support for expression syntax with built-in functions and predefined variables
- Support for colors, glyphs, SVG, embedded icons, and .ico, .png, or .bmp images
Best for: Windows users who want to control which items appear in the File Explorer right-click menu.
Good for
- Released as open source under the MIT license
- The project describes itself as lightweight with minimal resource usage
- Supports nested menus, search and filter, and multiple columns
Watch out for
- Only Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 are listed as supported requirements
Shell at a glance
- Website
- github.com/moudey/shell
- Category
- Software & Utilities › System Utilities
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Windows
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Shell FAQ
Which Windows versions are listed as supported?
The repository lists Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 as requirements.
Where can the latest version be downloaded?
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