how to change default placement of microsoft store apps on taskbar?

Hi morfidon,

Why are Microsoft Store apps always shown on the Windows 11 monitor PRIME taskbar, even though they are opened only on another monitor?

This is by by default.Microsoft Store apps are designed to be integrated with the Windows 11 taskbar, and this includes being shown on the primary taskbar, even if they are opened on another monitor. This is because Microsoft Store apps are often used for system-wide tasks, such as managing settings, opening files, launching other apps, ...

Is it possible to change this behavior?

No, it is not currently possible to change this behavior, there is no built-in option. However, there is a workaround that you can use:

1. Right-click on the taskbar and select Taskbar settings.
2. Under Taskbar behaviors, enable the Automatically hide the taskbar option.

This will hide the taskbar on all monitors when you are not actively using it. To show the taskbar, simply hover your mouse over the bottom of the screen.

Why does this happen to sticky notes/Microsoft to do app/settings etc., but not to programs that were installed outside of Microsoft Store?

This is because Microsoft Store apps are designed to be integrated with the Windows 11 taskbar in a way that non-Microsoft Store apps are not. For example, Microsoft Store apps can show notifications on the taskbar, and they can be launched from the taskbar using the Start menu.

Can you tell me how to change the default placement of Microsoft Store apps on the taskbar?

It is not currently possible to change the default placement of Microsoft Store apps on the taskbar.