Watch the video:
Timestamps:
0:00 - Explanation
0:25 - Hide recently opened files
If you’re often showing your screen or in an area that’s not always private - you probably want more control over “recently opened files” showing up every time you hit the Start button. It’s annoying this section can’t be removed entirely, but it can at least be turned off and minimized.
View this video in article format, here: https://hub.tcno.co/windows/tips/hide-recent-files-start-menu/