diff --git a/windows/configuration/taskbar/includes/example.md b/windows/configuration/taskbar/includes/example.md index 48564fdfc3..030ef184c6 100644 --- a/windows/configuration/taskbar/includes/example.md +++ b/windows/configuration/taskbar/includes/example.md @@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ Here's an example: - + @@ -59,7 +59,7 @@ If you configure the Start layout using policy settings, you can modify the exis - + diff --git a/windows/configuration/taskbar/index.md b/windows/configuration/taskbar/index.md index 8d97a9a651..629a21ab4a 100644 --- a/windows/configuration/taskbar/index.md +++ b/windows/configuration/taskbar/index.md @@ -2,14 +2,14 @@ title: Configure the Windows taskbar description: Administrators can pin more apps to the taskbar and remove default pinned apps from the taskbar by adding a section to a layout modification XML file. ms.topic: how-to -ms.date: 08/18/2023 +ms.date: 04/17/2024 appliesto: zone_pivot_groups: windows-versions-11-10 --- # Configure the Windows taskbar -The Windows taskbar is an essential component of the Windows operating system, acting as a versatile platform for multitasking and quick access to applications and system notifications. For organizations, the ability to customize the taskbar's layout and features through policy settings is invaluable, especially in scenarios where specific roles or functions require streamlined access to certain tools and programs. +The Windows taskbar is an essential component of the Windows operating system. The taskbar acts as a versatile platform for multitasking and quick access to applications and system notifications. For organizations, the ability to customize the taskbar's layout and features through policy settings is invaluable, especially in scenarios where specific roles or functions require streamlined access to certain tools and programs. ::: zone pivot="windows-11" @@ -25,9 +25,9 @@ The Windows taskbar is an essential component of the Windows operating system, a For example, students can benefit from a customized taskbar that can provide access to educational tools and resources, minimizing distractions and optimizing the learning environment. -Frontline workers, who often operate in fast-paced and dynamic settings, can benefit from a taskbar that is configured to provide immediate access to the most critical applications and functions they need. This customization can streamline workflows and enhance productivity by reducing the time spent navigating through unnecessary applications or menus. +Frontline workers, who often operate in fast-paced and dynamic settings, can benefit from a taskbar that is configured to provide immediate access to the most critical applications and functions they need. The taskbar customization can streamline workflows and enhance productivity by reducing the time spent navigating through unnecessary applications or menus. -Kiosks, which are designed for public use, can also take advantage of taskbar customization to offer a simplified and focused interface. This can help users quickly find the information or services they are looking for, which is particularly useful in environments like retail, information centers, or public service areas. +Kiosks, which are designed for public use, can also take advantage of taskbar customization to offer a simplified and focused interface. This can help users quickly find the information or services they're looking for, which is useful in environments like retail, information centers, or public service areas. Overall, the ability to customize the Windows taskbar using policy settings enables organizations to create a more controlled, efficient, and user-friendly computing environment tailored to the specific needs of different user groups. @@ -45,12 +45,12 @@ The Windows taskbar consists of several key components that can be customized to Let's review the components of the Windows taskbar by dividing it into three areas: 1. The *left area* contains Widgets, which users can personalize to quickly access feeds and information that they deem most relevant -1. The *center area* cantains: +1. The *center area* contains: 1. Start menu 1. Search 1. Task view 1. Pinned and running apps -1. The *right area* cantains: +1. The *right area* contains: 1. The system tray, which displays icons like the pen menu, touch keyboard, virtual touchpad, and any application icons that are running in the background like OneDrive, Teams, or antivirus software 1. Quick Actions 1. Calendar @@ -65,14 +65,14 @@ Let's review the components of the Windows taskbar by dividing it into three are Let's review the components of the Windows taskbar by dividing it into two areas: -1. The *left area* cantains: +1. The *left area* contains: - Start menu - Search - Cortana - Task view - Pinned and running apps -1. The *right area* cantains: +1. The *right area* contains: - People - News and interests, which users can personalize to quickly access feeds and information that they deem most relevant - The system tray, which displays icons like the pen menu, touch keyboard, virtual touchpad, power, network, volume, and any application icons that are running in the background like OneDrive, Teams, or antivirus software diff --git a/windows/configuration/taskbar/pinned-apps.md b/windows/configuration/taskbar/pinned-apps.md index d9114c9825..86c9a41799 100644 --- a/windows/configuration/taskbar/pinned-apps.md +++ b/windows/configuration/taskbar/pinned-apps.md @@ -2,30 +2,24 @@ title: Configure the taskbar pinned applications description: Learn how to configure the Windows taskbar pinned applications. ms.topic: how-to -ms.date: 08/18/2023 +ms.date: 04/17/2024 appliesto: zone_pivot_groups: windows-versions-11-10 --- # Customize the taskbar pinned applications -This article describes how to customize the Windows taskbar pinned elemnents, export its configuration, and deploy the customization to other devices. +The configuration of the applications pinned to the taskbar is done with the use of an XML file. This article describes how to create and deploy the XML file. -> **Looking for OEM information?** See [Customize the Taskbar](/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/customize-the-windows-11-taskbar) and [Customize the Start layout](/windows-hardware/customize/desktop/customize-the-windows-11-start-menu). - -Your organization can deploy a customized taskbar to your Windows devices. Customizing the taskbar is common when your organization uses a common set of apps, or wants to bring attention to specific apps. You can also remove the default pinned apps. - -For example, you can override the default set of apps with your own a set of pinned apps, and in the order you choose. As an administrator, use this feature to pin apps, remove default pinned apps, order the apps, and more on the taskbar. - -To add apps you want pinned to the taskbar, you use an XML file. You can use an existing XML file, or create a new file. If you have an XML file that's used on Windows 10 devices, you can also use it on Windows 11 devices. You may have to update the App IDs. - -This article shows you how to create the XML file, add apps to the XML, and deploy the XML file. To learn how to customize the taskbar buttons, see [CSP policies to customize Windows 11 taskbar buttons](supported-csp-taskbar-windows.md#csp-policies-to-customize-windows-11-taskbar-buttons). +To learn about all the policy settings to customize the taskbar layout and configure the taskbar behaviors, see [Taskbar policy settings](policy-settings.md). ## Before you begin -- There isn't a limit on the number of apps that you can pin. In the XML file, add apps using the [Application User Model ID (AUMID)](../kiosk/find-the-application-user-model-id-of-an-installed-app.md) or Desktop Application Link Path (the local path to the app). -- There are some situations that an app pinned in your XML file won't be pinned in the taskbar. For example, if an app isn't approved or installed for a user, then the pinned icon won't show on the taskbar. -- The order of apps in the XML file dictates the order of pinned apps on the taskbar, from left to right, and to the right of any existing apps pinned by the user. If the OS is configured to use a right-to-left language, then the taskbar order is reversed. +Here are some considerations before you start configuring the taskbar pinned applications: + +- There is no limit to the number of apps that you can pin +- In the XML file, add apps using the Application User Model ID (AUMID) , the Desktop Application ID, or the Desktop Application Link Path. To learn more, see [Find the Application User Model ID of an installed app](../store/find-aumid.md) +- The order of apps in the XML file dictates the order of pinned apps on the taskbar, from left to right, and to the right of any existing apps pinned by the user. If the OS is configured to use a right-to-left language, then the taskbar order is reversed - Some classic Windows applications are packaged differently than they were in previous versions of Windows, including Notepad and File Explorer. Be sure to enter the correct AppID. For more information, see [Application User Model ID (AUMID)](../kiosk/find-the-application-user-model-id-of-an-installed-app.md) and [Get the AUMID and Desktop app link path](#get-the-aumid-and-desktop-app-link-path) (in this article). ## Taskbar options @@ -44,8 +38,6 @@ The following example shows how apps are pinned. - Apps pinned by the user in the center (red circle) - Apps that you pin using XML to the right (green triangle) -> [!NOTE] -> In OS configured to use a right-to-left language, the taskbar order is reversed. ::: zone pivot="windows-10" diff --git a/windows/configuration/taskbar/policy-settings.md b/windows/configuration/taskbar/policy-settings.md index cff34e08df..e049873d82 100644 --- a/windows/configuration/taskbar/policy-settings.md +++ b/windows/configuration/taskbar/policy-settings.md @@ -2,7 +2,7 @@ title: Taskbar policy settings description: Learn about the policy settings to configure the Windows taskbar. ms.topic: reference -ms.date: 04/10/2024 +ms.date: 04/17/2024 appliesto: zone_pivot_groups: windows-versions-11-10 ---