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Windows 11 to restore movable taskbar after user criticism
Microsoft is restoring the ability to move the Windows taskbar to the top or sides of screens. The change comes after user criticism of Windows 11's performance and user experience since the 2021 launch.
Microsoft will restore the movable Windows taskbar, a feature that had been available for decades before its removal in Windows 11. Windows chief Pavan Davuluri said that repositioning the taskbar was a top user request. The taskbar changes will first be available to Windows Insiders in the coming weeks. Microsoft plans a wider rollout to all Windows 11 users later in 2024. Microsoft is also developing a smaller taskbar option for release later this year. The original Windows 11 taskbar lacked functionality, such as displaying the time and date on multiple monitors.
Key Facts
- Microsoft is bringing back the ability to move the Windows taskbar to the top or sides of a screen.
- The movable taskbar had been a feature for decades before its removal in Windows 11 in 2021.
- The change is in response to user criticism of the operating system’s performance and user experience.
- Windows chief Pavan Davuluri said that repositioning the taskbar was a top user request.
- The taskbar change will be available to Windows Insiders in the coming weeks.
- Microsoft plans to roll out the change to all Windows 11 users later this year.
- Microsoft is also working on a smaller taskbar that will be available as an option later this year.