
Customize the Taskbar in Windows - Microsoft Support
Whether you want to change the alignment of the icons, manage which apps appear, or adjust the visibility of system tray icons, you'll find step-by-step instructions to help you personalize your taskbar …
Stay Up to Date With News and Interests - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · You can change how news and interests looks on the taskbar. To only show the weather icon and save space on your taskbar, you can switch to icon only mode. Right-click any blank space …
Set time, date, and time zone settings in Windows
By default, the date and time are shown in the system tray of the taskbar. To hide the date and time from the system tray, or to add it back to the system tray if it's hidden: To add the date and time to the …
Personalize Your Colors in Windows - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · This option allows you to personalize your Windows experience by applying your chosen accent color to the Start menu, taskbar, and action center. When enabled, the accent color you …
Customize the Windows Start Menu - Microsoft Support
Windows 10 offers flexibility in configuring the Start menu, allowing you to either resize it by dragging its edges or set it to full screen. This customization helps you tailor the Start menu to your specific …
Add the battery icon to the taskbar in Windows 10
Select Start > Settings > Personalization > Taskbar, and then scroll down to Notification area. Select Select which icons appear on the taskbar, and then turn on the Power toggle.
Stay Up to Date With Widgets in Windows - Microsoft Support
To configure notifications on the taskbar for your widgets: Select the Notifications tab and customize the type of notifications you want to receive
Minimize Outlook - Microsoft Support
You can hide the Outlook taskbar buttons to conserve space on your taskbar. When you hide the Outlook buttons, the Outlook icon is displayed only in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar.
Enable and disable the virtual touchpad - Microsoft Support
Right-click on the taskbar and in the menu that appears, make sure the option Show touchpad button is selected. Tip: For touch screens, press and hold the taskbar and make sure the option Show …
Manage the language and keyboard/input layout settings in Windows
Learn how to change Windows display language and keyboard/input layout settings. These settings affect the language displayed in Windows, in apps, and at websites.