Windows 11 tests an adjustable taskbar and resizable Start menu
The Verge • • general
Key Points:
- Microsoft is testing a new Windows 11 update in the Experimental channel that allows users to reposition the taskbar to the bottom, top, left, or right side of the screen and adjust the size of the Start menu.
- Users can now align taskbar icons, open the Start menu from any taskbar position, and choose between a shorter taskbar or different Start menu sizes, catering to devices with smaller displays.
- The Start menu will feature new toggles to show or hide "Pinned," "Recommended" (renamed to "Recent"), and "All" sections, improving customization and clarity of recent apps and files.
- Additional privacy options include hiding the user's name and profile picture from the Start menu, useful for screen sharing or presentations.
- These features aim to rebuild user trust and will be available to Windows 11 Insiders in the Experimental channel in the coming weeks, emphasizing Microsoft's focus on steady, visible progress in UI improvements.