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With Windows 11, it’s not just the taskbar that’s been locked in place — the design limitations have seeped everywhere. The new Windows appears modern, but it has stripped away several handy features ...

Add the TaskbarSi value to the Windows Registry. Change value data to 0 for a small taskbar or 2 for bigger icons. Restart or log out for it to take effect. The easiest way to change the Windows 11 ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

In this article, we will see how to use SuperMSConfig to customize Windows 11 experience. MSConfig, or System Configuration, is a tool in Windows 11/10 that allows you to manage some system settings.

New Insider builds reveal an option to hide unused Quick Settings icons, a feature that's been missing since Windows 10.

Something to look forward to: Many long-time Windows 10 users did not receive the Start menu overhaul in Windows 11 too well, in part because it lost many of its staple functions, including taskbar ...

The Start Menu in Windows 11 features a centered layout, which is a departure from the left-aligned design seen in previous versions. This new layout provides a sleek and centered look, making it ...

In 2025, Microsoft promised to add your calendar schedule to the taskbar in Windows 11, but the feature is now confirmed to be delayed.

This is important because: These are changes you feel every day. Start becomes quicker to navigate, battery status is clear at a glance, and the background Task Manager issue is resolved. Portable ...