Windows 11’s new update finally fixes its biggest taskbar complaint

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That means most users will gain access to the new features within the next few days or weeks.

Windows 11's new features For the first time since the launch of Windows 11, the taskbar can be repositioned to any edge of the screen.

In doing so, Microsoft has addressed one of the biggest criticisms of Windows 11.

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That means most users will gain access to the new features within the next few days or weeks. Windows 11's new features For the first time since the launch of Windows 11, the taskbar can be repositioned to any edge of the screen. In doing so, Microsoft has addressed one of the biggest criticisms of Windows 11.

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However, there are some limitations, such as the search box and the compact version only being available when the taskbar is positioned at the top or bottom, not the sides.
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You can now find the new taskbar setting under Settings → Personalization → Taskbar → Taskbar behavior → Taskbar position.
An option for a smaller taskbar reduces both the size of the icons and the height of the bar.
Small, Automatic, and Large, as well as separate buttons for Pinned, Recently Used, and All.

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Microsoft gradually rolls out new features across eligible Windows 11 PCs.

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