Question How can I customize the taskbar in Windows 11 to better suit my workflow?

[shantun]

I'm new to Windows 11 and am looking to personalize my taskbar to enhance my productivity. Specifically, I want to know:

1. Taskbar Position: Is it possible to move the taskbar to different sides of the screen (e.g., top or left)? If so, how can I do this?
2. Icon Customization: How can I customize the icons on the taskbar? For example, can I add or remove specific icons or rearrange them to better fit my workflow?
3. Widgets and Start Menu Integration: Can I customize the widgets and their placement on the taskbar? Also, how can I integrate frequently used apps or shortcuts with the Start Menu?
4. Color and Transparency Options: Are there settings to adjust the color scheme or transparency of the taskbar to match my desktop theme?
5. Notification Area: How can I manage the icons that appear in the notification area (system tray), including adding or removing them?

I'm looking for a detailed guide or step-by-step instructions on how to achieve these customizations. Any tips or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks in advance!

 

[Roland Of Gilead]

Hey there,

1. Yes, but it's limited. Read here: https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us...ndows-11/c93fc90c-76e9-436a-b883-9cf0617e612a
2. Yes, you can. However you must do this from the original .exe file - Simple find the .exe file for the app you want to change the icon for, right click on it, go to properties, choose the shortcut tab, and note the change icon button. Then select options to your preference.
3. In the search box on the WIn 11 taskbar, type the name of an app you wish to add to the start menu. Right click on it, and choose the 'Pin To Start' option. This option may also appear in the right hand pane of the start app.
4. This happens automatically when you change theme. But, you can also change transparency effects, under the theme heading. Right click on desktop and go to 'Personalize' and change to your liking.
5. Under the 'Notifications & Actions' page (you can simply type this in the search box top bring up) you can then see every app that you can dd to the system tray or remove from it. It's pretty straight forward.

Hope that helps some