Dual Space VS ShellNewHandler

• Multiple account support
  Dual Space lets users clone apps and run two accounts of the same app, such as social media or messaging apps, side by side on one device. This removes the need to carry a second phone or constantly log in and out.
• Separation of personal and work use
  Users can keep personal and work or secondary accounts in separate spaces, which helps keep data, notifications, and activity organized and reduces the chance of mixing accounts by mistake.
• Free to download and use
  The core features are available at no cost, with ad-supported use or optional paid upgrades. This makes it accessible to people who just want a simple way to run multiple accounts.
• Easy setup and simple interface
  Adding apps to the cloned space takes only a few taps, and the interface is straightforward enough for non-technical users to start using without a long learning curve.
• Extra privacy features
  Features such as hiding apps or locking the space with a password or pattern can add a layer of privacy, making it harder for others to see or open the cloned apps and their data.

Possible disadvantages

• Privacy and data security concerns
  Because the app runs other apps inside its own environment and requires broad permissions, users must trust the developer with sensitive data such as messages and login details. Parallel-space apps in general have faced scrutiny over data handling and potential exposure.
• Intrusive ads
  The free version commonly shows ads, including banners and full-screen ads, which can interrupt the experience and slow down usage unless users pay to remove them.
• Performance and battery impact
  Running cloned apps in a virtualized environment uses extra RAM, storage, and battery, and can cause lag or slower app launches, especially on low-end or older devices.
• Compatibility and stability issues
  Some apps, especially those with strong security checks like banking apps, games with anti-cheat, or apps that rely on system services, may not work properly in the cloned space, crash, or have notifications delayed.
• Risk of account restrictions
  Some apps and services prohibit cloned or modified clients in their terms of service, so using a second account through Dual Space could lead to warnings, temporary restrictions, or bans on certain platforms.

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Tracking Dual Space since Oct 2026.

• I recently got libreoffice, but now the new option in right click looks like a mess. Can someone help me get rid of them please?

  Use Shell New Handler. Run the portable app and simply untick the items you don't want to appear in your new context menu. Source: about 4 years ago

• This menu should be easy to add/remove programs to... Who is really creating Access Databases from this menu often enough to keep it here? (Not me!) Is there an easy way to edit this?

  I've always used ShellNewHandler for this. It's a really simple portable utility that allows you to remove most of the items from that menu. Tested it out on Windows 11 and it's still compatible. Source: over 5 years ago