Microsoft announced the next iteration of its Windows operating system, Windows 11, earlier this June.
After the announcement event, Microsoft released a preview build of Windows 11 for Windows Insider Members.
Users worldwide installed the newly announced Windows 11 on their PC, and I was one of them.
Both the Start Menu and Taskbar were in the Center.
We all have been using Windows on our PC for years.
Throughout these years, we used the left alignment of the sidebar.
It will take time for many users to get used to the new centered Taskbar alignment.
Thankfully Microsoft has given an option to change Taskbar alignment in Windows 11.
Change Taskbar Alignment in Windows 11
1.
From controls
The Taskbar controls are available under Personalization controls.
Microsoft allows making changes in Personalization options only when Windows 11 is activated.
Step 1: Launch parameters on your Windows 11 running computer.
you’re able to press the Windows Key + I keyboard shortcut to launch the parameters app instantly.
Alternatively, you might search for it from the search bar.
Step 2:In the configs app, tap onPersonalizationfrom the left side.
Step 3:Under Personalization, Scroll down toTaskbarand tap on it.
Alternatively, right-tap on the empty space in the Taskbar.
You will get a Taskbar tweaks option; tap on it to bring up the Taskbar tweaks directly.
Step 5: The first option under Taskbar behaviors will beTaskbar alignment.
By default, it will be showing asCenter.
Tap on the down arrow icon next to it.
Now you will see two optionsLeftandCenter.
Select Left to left-aligned Taskbar.
When you follow the above steps, Task Bar will get left aligned on your Windows 11 PC.
Step 3: Once you are in the Advanced Key folder, right-tap on it.
A pop-up menu will appear with different options.
Among those options, tap on New and then tap onDWORD (32-bit) Value.
You have to create a newDWORD (32-bit) Valueunder the Advanced Key folder.
Step 4: Name this DWORD value asTaskbarAl.
FAQs
How do I move my Taskbar to the Left?
Microsoft has given the option to change the taskbar alignment in the tweaks app.
How do I change the taskbar location in Windows 11?
it’s possible for you to easily change the taskbar location in Windows 11 from the tweaks app.
There is an option named Taskbar alignment.
After opening the tweaks app, you might search for it or follow the steps provided above.
Final Words
Microsoft has adopted a Centered approach in Windows 11 similar to macOS.
It is an excellent start for new-age users coming from smartphones.
Already Windows users are criticizing Microsoft for moving the Taskbar to the Center.
