Use this simple trick to install Windows 11 without any third-party bloat

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PC enthusiasts have plenty of tools to fight back Microsoft’s attempts to fill Windows to the brim with unnecessary software. However, you do not need complicated scripts or third-party utilities to get a clean Windows 11 installation without TikTok, Instagram, ESPN, Spotify, and other programs. All you need is one simple setting most users ignore when clean-installing Windows on their machines.

Windows 11 installation begins with the ever-familiar setup screen, where you select language, regional formats, and input methods. To prevent Windows 11 from infecting your start menu with bloatware, choose English (World) from the Time and Currency format drop-down, then proceed with the installation as usual.

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choose English (World) from the Time and Currency format drop-down,

I’d assume that, once installed, one can change to the correct Time and Currency format for their region.
I’d still rather remove the excess later for peace of mind. YMMV

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Yes, you can

Now you can head to Settings > Time & Language > Language & region and set your own country and regional format.

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