The taskbar is an important part of the Windows operating system that allows users to quickly access programs and other features. By adjusting taskbar settings, users can customize how their taskbar looks and how it interacts with the desktop environment. This article will provide an explanation of the various taskbar settings and show how to adjust them.
1. Right-click the taskbar at the bottom of the screen to bring up a menu.
2. Select the Taskbar Settings option to open the Settings app.
3. On the right side of the window, you’ll see several options that can be adjusted.
Auto-hide the taskbar: With this setting enabled, the taskbar will hide itself whenever you are not using it. This helps free up more space on your desktop and makes your desktop look less cluttered.
Combine taskbar buttons: By enabling this setting, all open windows in the same program will have their icons grouped together in the taskbar. This makes it easier to quickly identify which windows are associated with each program.
Show taskbar on all displays: If you have multiple monitors connected to your computer, this setting allows you to show the taskbar on all displays.
Label buttons on the taskbar: This setting allows you to display the name of the window next to its icon in the taskbar.
Lock the taskbar: This setting prevents the taskbar from being accidentally moved or resized.
Use small icons: This setting shrinks the size of the icons displayed in the taskbar.
Show quick actions: This setting allows you to easily switch between different Wi-Fi networks, change your display brightness, turn Bluetooth on/off, and more.
Use Peek to preview the desktop: When enabled, hovering your mouse over the Show Desktop button in the taskbar will temporarily display your desktop.
Once you have adjusted the settings to your liking, click the Apply button at the bottom of the window to save your changes.
Taskbar settings can be adjusted to give users more control over how their taskbar looks and how it interacts with the desktop environment. By adjusting the taskbar settings, users can customize how their taskbar looks and how it interacts with their desktop environment.