Learn how to use the taskbar features in Windows. Hide the taskbar, pin an app, change the location, and more with taskbar settings.

Navigate and explore the Windows taskbar. It includes the main elements in the Windows taskbar like the Start button, Search, System tray, Notifications center, and Multiple display.

Learn how to customize the Windows Start menu, pin or unpin apps, adjust the layout, and personalize its appearance to enhance your productivity and user experience.

Oct 14, 2025 · This option allows you to personalize your Windows experience by applying your chosen accent color to the Start menu, taskbar, and action center. When enabled, the accent color you …

Oct 14, 2025 · You can view your location's current weather conditions directly on the taskbar and hover over the icon to see concise, scannable information on topics like sports, stocks, local news, and …

Right-click on the taskbar and in the menu that appears, make sure the option Show touchpad button is selected. Tip: For touch screens, press and hold the taskbar and make sure the option Show …

Select action center on the right side of the taskbar, and then move the Brightness slider to adjust the brightness. (If the slider isn't there, see the Notes section below.) Some PCs can let Windows …

If you are using Windows 10, right-click the program name or tile, click More > Pin to taskbar. If you are using Windows 11, right-click the program name or tile, and then select Show more options > Pin to …

By default, the date and time are shown in the system tray of the taskbar. To hide the date and time from the system tray, or to add it back to the system tray if it's hidden: To add the date and time to the …

When you have new notifications, the notification bell icon on the taskbar lights up. For notifications that display as banners, you can select the quick action buttons within the banner to perform specific …