The tech giant says it's listening to user feedback.

Microsoft released a new preview update for Windows 11 on December 1, 2025, targeting taskbar crashes, auto-hide glitches, and broader shell reliability problems that have frustrated users for months.

Microsoft has also indicated that a smaller taskbar option is in development, further expanding customisation options.

Have you ever felt like your computer’s interface just doesn’t quite fit your workflow? The Windows 11 taskbar, often overlooked as a static feature, is actually a powerful tool waiting to be tailored ...

Windows 11 will soon let users move the taskbar to the top or sides, bringing back a long-requested customization feature.

Microsoft confirms Windows 11 taskbar can move to top and sides, with resizing support coming soon as part of major 2026 ...

Microsoft is set to reintroduce the movable taskbar to Windows 11, addressing user experience and performance criticisms.

Microsoft's upcoming agenda view for the Taskbar on Windows 11 has been pushed back, with the first preview now expected to debut "in the coming months" ...

In 2025, Microsoft promised to add your calendar schedule to the taskbar in Windows 11, but the feature is now confirmed to be delayed.