Widescreen is now the standard, and vertical space has become more precious than horizontal.

But the default taskbar reduces the vertical space and obstructs the ideal widescreen aspect ratio.

So, lets begin.

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you’ve got the option to customize the taskbar and change its positioning from the controls.

Consider reading the following instructions to kick off the Taskbar tweaks on every Windows 10 version.

If you want to personalize the taskbar, follow the procedures from the passage below.

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However, the default tweaks may not be preferable for everyone and need to be customized.

Using theTaskbar parameters, you’re able to auto-hide and change the position, size and other parameters.

If youre using Windows 10 or haveupgraded to Windows 11, accessing theTaskbar settingsand customizing them is the same.

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To change the taskbar controls in Windows, follow the below procedures carefully.

Here are the ways to personalize the taskbar in Windows 10:

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By default, the option stays enabled.

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If you want to alter the options, consider following the process below.

If you want to hide the taskbar automatically, follow the steps below.

Read the procedures below to hide the taskbar in desktop and tablet mode automatically.

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If you are having an issue, read this article tofix the taskbar auto-hide option in Windows.

The option stays disabled by default.

To use the feature, consider reading the following instructions.

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you could disable using the same procedure to make it look like the default.

Sometimes, it provides a better look according to your personalization.

If you are looking for a way to change the taskbar location, read the following steps carefully.

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Combine Taskbar Buttons

The combine taskbar button helps to group the same app window when the taskbar gets full.

Read the following process to combine the taskbar buttons in Windows.

Enable Taskbar on Multiple Display

The taskbar helps you to navigate your system effortlessly.

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When using multiple displays, enabling the taskbar gives you easy access to an app.

Read the instructions below to activate the taskbar for your other display in Windows 10.

To launch the Taskbar And Start Menu Properties in Windows 10,right-clickonTaskbar>Taskbar configs.

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What is the new name of the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties option?

How to bring up the Taskbar configs using cmd?

To launch the Taskbar parameters using cmd, navigate toRun >typestart ms-parameters:taskbar>Enter.

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Conclusion

Taskbar parameters open a lot of possibilities to change the window appearance.

In this article, Ive explained the process of navigating to the Taskbar options and described the customization options.

Share your taskbar customization in the comment box below, and Ill see you at the next one.

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