Windows 11 offers various methods to customize your taskbar size, catering to different user preferences and needs. This guide provides detailed steps for each technique and unique tips and insights to enhance your Windows 11 experience.
Right-click on the taskbar and select "Taskbar settings"
Scroll down to find "Taskbar behaviors"
Toggle the "Automatically hide the taskbar" option to affect taskbar visibility
Adjust "Taskbar alignment" to change icon positioning
Hiding the taskbar can maximize screen space, especially useful on smaller displays.
Press Windows key + R, type regedit, and press Enter
Navigate to:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced
Right-click, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, name it TaskbarSi
Double-click TaskbarSi and set value to 0 (small), 1 (default), or 2 (large)
Restart your computer or sign out and back in
Always backup your registry before making changes. Incorrect modifications can cause system issues.
Download a reputable taskbar customization tool (e.g., StartAllBack, ExplorerPatcher)
Install the software following the developer's instructions
Open the software and look for taskbar size or scaling options
Adjust the taskbar size using provided sliders or preset options
Apply changes and restart Explorer if prompted
Only download third-party software from trusted sources to ensure system security and stability.
Right-click on the desktop and select "Display settings"
Under "Scale & layout", find "Change the size of text, apps, and other items"
Adjust the scaling percentage (higher percentage = larger taskbar)
Sign out and sign back in to apply changes fully
This method affects the entire UI, not just the taskbar. Consider how it impacts other elements before applying.
Taskbar Icon Size: Right-click taskbar > Taskbar settings > "Use small taskbar buttons"
Combine Taskbar Buttons: Taskbar settings > "Combine taskbar buttons" options
Multi-Monitor Setup: Customize taskbar appearance for each monitor separately
Taskbar Color: Settings > Personalization > Colors > Show accent color on Start and taskbar
Restore Default: Create a system restore point before making changes for easy reversal
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