It looks like Microsoft is trying to incorporate users’ feedback as much as possible. Just recently, reports of Microsoft not planning to roll out more AI features to Windows 11 after receiving backlash had surfaced. And now, the company is bringing back a long-requested feature to Windows 11. This particular feature had quietly disappeared during the OS redesign. If you already guessed it, congratulations. If you didn’t, the feature is the ability to move the taskbar.
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Your taskbar will be more flexible
When Windows 11 launched in 2021, it introduced a fresh design language that moved away from many legacy elements. While the new look was cleaner, it also came at the cost of flexibility.
And one of the most noticeable removals was the ability to reposition the taskbar, which had been a staple of Windows for years. Users were suddenly forced to keep it locked at the bottom of the screen, with no official way to change it. And for those who preferred to pin their taskbars on the top or corners of the screen, this update was sort of frustrating. But that is now changing.
Microsoft has confirmed that it is testing an update for Windows 11 that will let users place the taskbar on different edges of the display. This includes the top, left, and right sides, alongside the default bottom position.
When will you get the feature?
The feature is currently rolling out to Windows Insiders, which means it is still in the testing phase. A wider release is expected later this year once the company refines the experience based on feedback. So, you might have to wait for some time before experiencing the feature yourself.
Interestingly, Microsoft is not bringing back the exact same interaction method from older versions. Instead of dragging the taskbar freely, early previews suggest users will get simple placement options through settings or contextual menus. This keeps things aligned with Windows 11’s cleaner interface while still restoring functionality.
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