How to hide the button “Task view” in Windows 11

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A crossed out Task View button on the Windows taskbar 11.

The function “Task view” Windows 11 enables you to quickly view open windows and virtual desktops, but not everyone needs a specific button for this on their taskbar. Next, Here's how to get rid of the Task View button and get it back if you change your mind later.

How to hide the Windows task view button 11

It's easy to disable the Task View button on the Windows taskbar 11. First, right-click on the taskbar and select “Taskbar Settings” in the pop-up window that appears.

In Windows 11, right-click on the taskbar and select "Taskbar Settings".

In Personalization> Taskbar, select the application “Taskbar items” clicking on the header (if it is not yet expanded), clicking on the header “Task view” on “disabled”.

Flip the switch "Task view" a "disabled".

Thereafter, close Settings and you're done. You can still see the Task View at any time by pressing Windows + Tab on your keyboard.

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How to display the Windows Task View button 11

If you want to re-enable the Task View button on the taskbar later, right-click on the taskbar and select “Taskbar Settings”.

In Windows 11, right-click on the taskbar and select "Taskbar Settings".

Windows settings will automatically open in Personalization> Taskbar. Look for the section “Taskbar items” and change “Task view” a “Activated”.

Flip the switch

When you turn on the switch, you will see the Task View button again on your taskbar immediately. If you click on it, you will find a practical way to manage your open windows, as well as switching between virtual desktops. Have fun!

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