Key Highlights: Make the Taskbar Smaller in Windows 10
- Use Small Taskbar Buttons:
Right-click on the taskbar, go to Taskbar settings, and toggle on Use small taskbar buttons to reduce the size of taskbar icons and the taskbar itself. - Resize the Taskbar Manually
Uncheck Lock the taskbar, then click and drag the taskbar's edge upwards to reduce its height.
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- Enable Auto-Hide
In Taskbar settings, turn on Automatically hide the taskbar in desktop mode to save screen space by making the taskbar disappear when not in use. - Reduce Icon Size
Right-click the taskbar, go to Taskbar settings, and turn off Use small taskbar buttons to reduce the icon size while maintaining the taskbar height.
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- Use Third-Party Tools
For more advanced customization, use tools like 7+ Taskbar Tweaker or TaskbarX to adjust icon spacing, size, and taskbar appearance.
These methods help you achieve a more compact taskbar to maximize screen space and enhance your workflow.