
Customize the Taskbar in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use the taskbar features in Windows. Hide the taskbar, pin an app, change the location, and more with taskbar settings.
Navigate and explore the Windows taskbar - Microsoft Support
Navigate and explore the Windows taskbar. It includes the main elements in the Windows taskbar like the Start button, Search, System tray, Notifications center, and Multiple display.
Customize the Desktop Icons in Windows - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · Learn how to customize the default desktop icons in Windows, adjust their size to suit your preferences, and show or hide all icons as needed.
Create a desktop shortcut for an Office program or file
If you are using Windows 10, right-click the program name or tile, click More > Pin to taskbar. If you are using Windows 11, right-click the program name or tile, and then select Pin to taskbar.
File Explorer in Windows - Microsoft Support
To check it out in Windows 10, select its icon on the taskbar or the Start menu, or press the Windows logo key + E on your keyboard. Here are some noteworthy changes for Windows 10:
Customize the Windows Start Menu - Microsoft Support
Move Start to the side Typically, the Start menu is centered, but you can change the alignment to the side of the taskbar.
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 …
Change the Desktop Background in Windows - Microsoft Support
Oct 14, 2025 · Changing the desktop background is a simple yet effective way to personalize your Windows device and make it feel more like your own. Whether you prefer a serene landscape, a …
Stay Up to Date With Widgets in Windows - Microsoft Support
In addition to receiving live updates on the taskbar from the weather widget, you can also receive updates from other widgets such as sports, finance, and breaking news.
Personalize Your Windows Experience With Themes
Oct 14, 2025 · Windows themes are a combination of desktop background pictures, window colors, sounds, and other elements that allow you to personalize your Windows experience.