How to Show Multiple Time Zones on Windows 11

Do you work or talk with people in different parts of the world? Maybe family, friends, or coworkers live far away. It’s handy to see their time zones right on your computer. This way, you won’t call someone while they’re asleep or miss meetings because of time differences.

Here’s a simple guide to help you add and see multiple time zones on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 1: Open Windows Settings

First, you need to open the Settings app on your computer.

  • Click the Start button (the Windows icon on the bottom left).
  • Then, click Settings.
  • Or, press the Windows key + I on your keyboard to open Settings quickly.

Learn more about opening Settings

Windows 11 Settings app - Time & Language

Step 2: Go to Date & Time Settings

Inside Settings, click on Time & language on the left menu.

On the right, click the Date & time box.

Date and Time settings in Windows 11

Step 3: Add Extra Clocks for Different Time Zones

Scroll down to find Related links and click Additional clocks.

Additional Clocks option in Windows 11

A small window will pop up. Here’s what to do:

  1. Check the box for Show this clock for Clock 1 (and Clock 2 if you want).
  2. Pick the time zone you want to see from the dropdown menu.
  3. Type a name for the clock like “New York” or “London” so you know which city it is.
  4. Click OK to save your settings.
Setting additional time zones in Windows 11

Now, when you hover your mouse over the clock at the bottom right of your screen (on the Taskbar), you’ll see your extra clocks and their times.

Step 4: Use the Windows Clock App to See Many Time Zones

If you want to see even more places at once, try the Windows Clock app:

  • Click Start, then search for and open the Clock app.
  • On the left side, click World clock.
  • At the bottom left, click the + button to add cities.
  • Type the city or place you want and select it.
  • Repeat to add as many as you like.
Windows Clock app showing world clocks

Add new city button in Clock app

Multiple time zones added in Clock app

Why Use Multiple Time Zones?

  • Easy to check times for your friends, family, or coworkers in different places.
  • Helps you plan calls and meetings without waking anyone up or missing appointments.
  • Great for travelers to keep track of home time and local time.
  • Simple to set up with just a few clicks.

That’s it! Now you can easily see and manage different time zones on your Windows 11 PC.

Quick Summary:

  • Open Settings > Time & language > Date & time.
  • Click Additional clocks to add up to two extra time zones.
  • Use the Windows Clock app for even more time zones.
  • Hover over the Taskbar clock to see your added clocks.

Happy time zone tracking!

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