How to Download and Add World Clock Widget on Windows 11 Effortlessly

Add Time Zones via Clock App

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Overview

Windows 11 does not have a built-in world clock widget you can put directly on your desktop. However, its Clock app lets you add and see multiple time zones.

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Open Clock App

Press Win + S → Type Clock → Open the app

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Open World Clock

Go to World Clock tab on the left panel

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Add cities

Click the “+” icon → Search and add cities (e.g., Tokyo, New York)

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Check Layout

View time zone layout as a global map with all selected clocks

Tip: Right-click the Clock icon on Taskbar → Choose Pin to taskbar for quick acces

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Use ClocX Desktop Clock

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If you want a clock that stays visible on your desktop like a widget, you’ll need to use a third-party app. One popular and free option is ClocX.

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Go to ClocX official website

Use only the official site https://clocx.net/download.php to avoid fake downloads

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Download and install ClocX

Follow installation steps

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Desktop widget appears

An analog clock will appear on your desktop

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Set Time Zones

Right-click > Options > Time Zones to add multiple zones

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Customize the widget

Adjust style, size, transparency, and position

Tip: During install, always choose Custom setup and uncheck any extra offers or adware

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Add World Clock via Sense Desktop

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Another good free app is Sense Desktop. It offers live world clocks, weather, system info, and more, all customizable to your liking.

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Open Microsoft Store

Click the Start menu → Search and open Microsoft Store

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Search & Install Sense Desktop

In the Store, type “Sense Desktop” → Click Install

Note: This may be available under a freemium model. Download if needed; otherwise, feel free to skip.

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Launch the App

Open the app after install → Navigate to the Widgets section in the sidebar.

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Change Setting

Right-click and choose Settings to change the Time Zone, widget theme, and more.

Note: Combine with other widgets like Weather or System Info for a complete dashboard feel.

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Add Animation

Right-click and choose "Weather Animation Preview" to change the animation.

Note: Use Win + D to show desktop instantly → Optionally pin to desktop

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Pro Tips

Pin World Clock to Desktop: To show a world clock on your desktop, use third-party apps like ClocX or Sense Desktop: The built-in Clock app doesn’t support desktop widgets.

Add Multiple Cities: In the Clock app’s World Clock section, you can add and compare multiple cities side by side for quick time zone checks.

Daylight Saving Adjusts Automatically: All supported tools update time automatically based on each city’s Daylight Saving Time rules—no manual changes needed.