Enable Always on Top for Windows 11 Calculator
The Windows Calculator is a great tool for math homework, managing money, or quick unit conversions. Sometimes, it is frustrating when the calculator disappears behind your other windows. This guide shows you how to use the “Always on Top” feature to keep it visible while you work.
Why use “Always on Top”?
When you are working on a spreadsheet or writing a report, you might need to do math without constantly switching back and forth between apps. “Always on Top” keeps the calculator floating above your other programs so you can see your numbers at all times.
What happens when you are done?
Once you finish your calculations, you can easily turn this feature off. This allows the calculator to behave like a normal window again, so it will no longer block your view of other programs.
How to keep the Calculator on top
You do not need special permissions for this. This feature is built directly into the app.
- Open the Start menu.
- Search for Calculator and click to open it.
Once the app is open, look for the Keep on top button. It is located in the top-right corner of the calculator window. You can also press Alt + Up Arrow on your keyboard to activate it.
The calculator will now stay visible over any other window you have open on your screen.
How to return to normal mode
If you want the calculator to act like a regular window again, simply click the Keep on top button one more time. Alternatively, you can press Alt + Down Arrow on your keyboard.
That is all there is to it! You can now toggle this setting whenever you need it.
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Summary
The “Always on Top” feature for the Windows 11 Calculator helps you work faster by keeping your math tools visible. You can enable or disable this mode using the button in the app or by using the keyboard shortcut Alt + Up Arrow or Alt + Down Arrow.
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