How to select which Icons appear on the Taskbar in Windows 10

Description: This article will show you how to select which icons appear on the taskbar in Windows 10. This can be used to add or remove additional quick shortcuts for some programs and Windows features to your taskbar.

  1. Right click on the Start button then choose Settings.
    Windows 10 desktop, Quick Access Menu, Settings
  2. Select Personalization.
    Windows 10 Settings, Personalization
  3. Scroll down on the left side under Personalization and select Taskbar.
    Personalization Settings, Taskbar
  4. Scroll down and choose Select which icons appear on the taskbar.
    Taskbar settings, Select which icons appear on the taskbar
  5. This list shows which programs or settings can appear in the taskbar. Selecting On shows the selected program or setting in the taskbar instead of the hidden icons. Selecting Off moves the selected program or setting icon into the hidden icons in the taskbar.
    List of available icons to appear on the taskbar

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