How to Keep Windows 11 Task Manager Always on Top

Do you want your Task Manager window to stay on top of all your other windows? Windows 11 has a feature called “Always on top” that does exactly this. It keeps Task Manager visible so you can watch your computer’s performance while you work on other things.

Task Manager is a useful tool in Windows. It shows you what programs are running. It lets you check how fast your computer is working. You can also manage which apps start when you turn on your PC.

Windows 11 gave Task Manager a fresh new look. It now matches your system’s theme. If you use dark mode, Task Manager will too. You can read more about the new Task Manager design on Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22557 Microsoft’s official blog.

How to Turn On or Off “Always on Top” in Task Manager

Follow these simple steps to keep Task Manager always on top or to turn this feature off:

Step 1: Open Task Manager

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard at the same time. This opens Task Manager quickly.

Or, right-click the Start button and select Task Manager from the menu.

Or, right-click the Task Manager icon on your Taskbar. The Taskbar is the bar at the bottom of your screen. If you don’t see it, look in the Taskbar overflow area. Click the up arrow near the clock.

Step 2: Turn on “Always on Top”

From the menu that appears, click on Always on top to turn it on or off.

Alternative Method:

Open Task Manager and click the Settings button at the bottom left corner of the window.

Look under the Windows management section. Check or uncheck the box next to Always on top.

Tip: You can also press Alt + A on your keyboard to quickly turn the “Always on top” option on or off when inside Task Manager’s Settings.

Summary

• “Always on top” keeps the Task Manager window visible above all other windows.
• Use Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager quickly.
• Right-click the Taskbar icon or use Task Manager’s Settings to turn “Always on top” on or off.
• This helps you watch your computer’s activity without losing the Task Manager behind other apps.

For more details about Windows 11 updates, visit Microsoft Windows Insider Blog the official Microsoft blog.

That’s it! Now you can keep Task Manager right where you want it.