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K0HAX
Copper Contributor
Jan 13, 2023

How do I turn task bar labels on in Windows 11?

I just upgraded to Windows 11 after getting nagged by Windows 10 to do so for months, and now I don't have labels on the task bar telling me the titles of the windows that I have open.   I read tha...
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KapilArya
MVP
Jan 13, 2023

Hello,

Microsoft added the ability to combine taskbar buttons on Windows 11, since build 23466.

 

You can refer this guide to configure the settings:

 

https://www.kapilarya.com/how-to-never-combine-taskbar-buttons-in-windows-11

 

Let us know if this helps!

 

Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.

*This reply was updated to make sure it is valid.

  • redbourn290's avatar
    redbourn290
    Copper Contributor
    Jun 30, 2023

    KapilArya 

    It works when you hold the mouse over the icon.

    Thanks

  • evilstorm's avatar
    evilstorm
    Copper Contributor
    Jan 20, 2023

    KapilArya 

     

    Thanks I changed it. It did not help but thank you for trying.

     

    There is 3rd party software for this I will try instead.

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