After months of leaks and rumours, Microsoft finally announced Windows 11 earlier this year in June.

But the most significant change for me in Windows 11 is the taskbar.

Microsoft hasmoved the taskbarto the centre.

Large Taskbar in Windows 11

Large Taskbar in Windows 11

When I first saw the taskbar, I liked it as it looked much more modern.

By default, the size of the taskbar is medium.

But it is possible to change the size of taskbar icons in Windows 11 to Small or Large.

Small Taskbar size in Windows 11

Small Taskbar size in Windows 11

Looking to change the taskbar size in Windows 11, keep reading this article.

Below is a sneak peek of how Taskbar will look after changing the size to small or large.

Alternatively, tap on the magnifying glass icon next to the Start Button to open Search.

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Step 4:When you are in the Advanced folder, right-hit it.

Now a pop-up window will appear with different options like Expand, New, Find, etc.

Again a window will come out now tap onDWORD (32-bit) Value.

Registry Editor

A window will come out where you could edit the key.

If you want a small taskbar enter0in the Value data, enter2for a large taskbar.

The value data1will keep the taskbar size as default.

Registry Editor app

Step 7:Once done, tap onOKto save the changes.

Finally, cycle your setup to take these changes into effect.

When you reset your Windows 11 PC, you will see the Taskbar icons size as specified by you.

Create a new Key

FAQs

Can you make taskbar smaller Windows 11?

Yes, you might.

However, Microsoft has not added a way to make the taskbar smaller or larger in Windows 11.

Enter value as 0 or 1

There is an easy trick by which you’re able to change the taskbar size.

It requires adding a Key using the registry editor app.

I have provided the exact steps needed above in this article.

How do I resize the taskbar icons in Windows 11?

Final Words

Microsoft has completely revamped the taskbar in Windows 11.

It is now moved to the center and looks fantastic with a new start button.

Making things even more interesting is the ability to change the taskbar size to small or large.

I have provided the necessary steps above in this article.

Go ahead follow them, and you will be able to resize the taskbar on your Windows 11 PC.