How to Move the Task Bar on a Computer Desktop
The taskbar is an integral part of the Windows desktop. Usually located at the bottom of the screen, it allows the user to see which programs are open and running at any given time. When programs are minimized, they are placed on the taskbar. These applications can be restored from the taskbar by simply clicking on the program’s icon. Having the taskbar positioned in a location that suits your personal preference is important because this tool is used so often. Moving the taskbar from one location to another on the desktop will allow you to position it just right.
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Instructions
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Unlock the taskbar. If it is locked, you won’t be move it from its present location. Right-click on the taskbar. A context menu opens. Look down the list until you find an entry for “Lock the Taskbar.” If a check mark appears in front of this entry, it means the taskbar is locked. Click once on on the enter to unlock the taskbar. The content menu will automatically close. If no check mark appears in front of this entry, the taskbar is unlocked. Go on to Step 2.
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Move the task bar from the bottom of the desktop to the top, or vice versa, by positioning your mouse cursor over any empty space on the taskbar (where no programs icons are displayed). Click, hold and drag the taskbar to the opposite edge of the screen. As you drag,the taskbar moves with your cursor. Release the left mouse button to drop the taskbar at the new location on the desktop.
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Move the task bar to the left or right edge of the screen by repeating the procedure just described: click, hold, drag and drop the taskbar at the new location.
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Lock the taskbar once you are satisfied with its location on your desktop. Locking the taskbar will prevent it from being inadvertently moved when you are mousing around the screen. Right-click on the taskbar, point to "Lock the Taskbar" and click once. Windows places a check mark in front of the entry and closes the context menu automatically. The taskbar is now locked in place.
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Tips & Warnings
Simply dragging the task bar will move it around the screen.
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hi!
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Many Thanks!
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Ohh Thanks in my it worked even if it was a laptop thank you very much! this is what I did : I clicked on the task bar and just draged it down ; Thank you very much for your help!
