How to Adjust Live Captions Position in Windows 11

This guide explains how to change the Live captions position of the caption bar in Windows 11.

Live captions is a built-in feature that turns spoken audio into text on your screen. It is designed to help people who are deaf or hard of hearing, but it is useful for anyone who wants to follow along with videos or meetings more easily.

Why move the caption bar?

Sometimes the caption bar might block important buttons or text on your screen. Moving it allows you to keep your workspace clear while still seeing the text you need.

What happens when you are done?

Once you finish these steps, the caption bar will move to your preferred spot. You can change this setting as often as you like.

How to change the caption bar position

When you turn on Live Captions, the bar usually appears at the very top of your screen. You can choose to move it to the bottom or let it float anywhere you like.

1. Turn on Live Captions on your computer.
2. Look for the Settings icon (the small gear) on the caption bar.
3. Click the gear icon.
4. Select Position from the menu.
5. Choose Top, Bottom, or Floating.

If you choose Bottom, the bar will dock just above your taskbar. It should look like this:

If you choose Floating, you can click and drag the bar to any spot on your screen. It will look like this:

Summary

Live Captions make Windows 11 more accessible by showing text for spoken audio. By adjusting the position of the caption bar to the top, bottom, or a floating window, you can ensure the text is always placed exactly where you want it. This simple customization helps you stay productive without missing any important information.