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WINDOWS 11 GETS MOVABLE TASKBAR AND RESIZABLE START MENU

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
FRI, MAY 15, 2026

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Microsoft is testing a redesigned taskbar and Start menu for Windows 11 that users can customize. The update, now available to Insiders in the Experimental channel, enables repositioning the taskbar to any screen edge and resizing the Start menu.

The taskbar can now be placed on the bottom, top, left, or right side of the screen. Users can also adjust icon alignment within the taskbar and open the Start menu drawer from any taskbar position. Microsoft first announced the movable taskbar feature in March as part of a broader effort to restore user confidence in Windows 11. The company has faced criticism over limited customization options in recent versions. The feature is currently rolling out to Windows 11 Insiders enrolled in the Experimental channel. This testing phase allows Microsoft to gather feedback before a wider release. The exact timeline for general availability remains unconfirmed. These customization options represent a shift toward greater user control over the Windows interface, addressing long-standing requests from power users who prefer non-standard layouts.

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