New Windows 11 Themes Bring Personal Style to the Microsoft Store

New Windows 11 Themes Bring Personal Style to the Microsoft Store

Windows 11 is getting more personal. Microsoft has introduced a new wave of curated themes in the Microsoft Store, making it easier to customize your PC with just a few clicks.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

December 17, 2025

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When you sit down at your PC every day, does it feel like yours or just another generic desktop?

Microsoft is betting that personalization matters more than ever, especially as work and home computing continue to blur. 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Microsoft Store for New Windows 11 Themes.

With new Windows 11 themes now available directly in the Microsoft Store, Microsoft is reframing desktop customization as a first-class experience rather than a hidden settings tweak.

Feature Explanation

The new Windows 11 themes expand what users can discover and install directly from the Microsoft Store. 

Instead of hunting through buried settings or third-party sites, themes now appear as curated, visual packages that bundle wallpapers, accent colors, sounds, and dark or light mode preferences.

Each theme applies system-wide changes across Windows 11. 

This includes the desktop background, window accent colors, taskbar highlights, and system sounds where included. 

The Store presentation emphasizes preview images and easy installation, lowering friction for casual users while still offering depth for those who care about aesthetics.

Why it matters is simple. 

Personalization affects comfort, productivity, and even brand alignment for small businesses and educators. 

A clean, cohesive desktop reduces visual noise and reinforces a sense of ownership over the device.

What You’ll Gain

• A faster way to personalize Windows 11 without manual tweaking.
• Curated visual styles designed for modern displays.
• Easy switching between work-focused and personal looks.
• A trusted source instead of random theme downloads.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here's how to do it.

Microsoft Windows 11

1. Open the Microsoft Store from the Start menu.
2. Click the "Themes" icon in the left-hand corner or search for Windows 11 Themes or browse the personalization section.
3. Select a theme to view preview images and details.
4. Click Get or Install to download the theme.
5. Click Open after the download finishes to launch Settings, then click the theme thumbnail to apply it.
6. The theme applies automatically once installed.

fig. 1 - New Themes in Windows 11

Try these New Themes:

• Sea of Thieves
• World National Parks 
• Ethereal Escapes by PicsArt
• Geometric Tales

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Centralized discovery through the Microsoft Store.
• One-click installation with instant results.
• Safer than third-party theme sites.
• Consistent experience across Windows 11 devices.

Cons

• Limited customization within each theme.
• Availability may vary by region.
• Advanced users may want deeper control.

Configuration Guide

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Personalization.
3. Select Themes.
4. Choose an installed theme or browse the Microsoft Store.
5. Adjust accent colors or sounds if supported by the theme.
6. Defaults apply automatically, but individual elements like colors can be overridden without uninstalling the theme.

Feature Access

• Who gets it: Windows 11 users.
• Editions: Home, Pro, Enterprise.
• Access: Microsoft Store.
• Rollout status: Currently rolling out.
• Cost: Free themes available; future paid options possible.
• Availability and selection may vary by region.

Score

Criterion  |  Score (0–10)  |  Justifications

Value 8

Free, simple personalization that improves daily usability.

Usability 9

One-click install and clear previews make it approachable.

Wow Factor 7

Visually pleasing, though not deeply customizable yet.

Total: 24/30 👍 Good

A welcome refinement that makes Windows feel more personal, though power users may still prefer manual customization.

Key Takeaways

Windows 11 themes in the Microsoft Store make personalization faster and safer. 

They strike a balance between simplicity and visual polish. For most users, this is the easiest way to refresh the Windows experience.

Cool Tip Snapshot

• Feature Name: Windows 11 Themes in Microsoft Store
• Platform(s): Windows 11
• Quick Benefit: Instant desktop personalization
• Access Type: Free

Try It Yourself

Open the Microsoft Store today and apply a new Windows 11 theme. 

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