This post shows students and new users steps to hide or show the Task view button on the Taskbar in Windows 11. We recently wrote a post describing Task View and how to use it in Windows 11.
You can read that post here.
In that post, we said that one can use Task View to organize their work, reduce clutter, and make their desktop easier to navigate. Virtual desktops or workspaces may behelpfull for those who keep lots of apps open simultaneously and would like to separate them by tasks.
By default, the Task view button is shown on the Taskbar. After all, if you know about Task View but are still not convinced to use it and want to hide the button on the Taskbar, this post will show you how to do that.
The new Windows 11 comes with many new features for new user desktops, including a centered Start menu and Taskbar, rounded corners, windows, themes, and colors that will make any Windows look and feel modern.
The Task view isn’t new and wasn’t changed much in Windows 11. If it’s not very useful for you, you can hide it.
To get started with hiding or unhiding the Task View button in Windows 11, follow the steps below:
How to hide task view from the Taskbar in Windows 11
If you’re not convinced about using Task View in Windows 11, hide it from the Taskbar. The steps below are how to do it.
Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. Everything can be done, from system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows from its System Settings pane.
To get to System Settings, you can use the Windows key + I shortcut or click on Start ==> Settings, as shown in the image below:
Alternatively, you can use the search box on the Taskbar and search for Settings. Then select to open it.
Windows Settings pane should look similar to the image below. In Windows Settings, click Personalization, and select Taskbar on the right pane of your screen shown in the image below.
On the Taskbar settings pane, toggle the Task view button to the Off position to hide from the Taskbar.
Changes here are applied immediately. You can now exit the settings pane.
How to show Task view on the Taskbar in Windows 11
If you change your mind above and want to re-enable the Task view button on the Taskbar, simply reverse the steps above by going to the Start menu ==> Settings ==> Personalization ==> Taskbar and toggle the Task view button to the On position.
That should do it!
Conclusion:
- Hiding or showing the Task View button on the Taskbar in Windows 11 is a simple process.
- You can easily access the necessary settings through the Start menu or using the Windows key + I shortcut.
- The Task View feature allows you to organize your workspace and manage multiple applications effectively.
- Customizing your Taskbar can help streamline your workflow based on your preferences.
- Whether you prefer a clutter-free Taskbar or more accessible task management, Windows 11 provides flexibility to suit your needs.
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