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Fix: Taskbar Overflow is not Working on Windows 11
Learn what to do to get Taskbar overflow functioning again
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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When the Windows 11 Taskbar Overflow feature stops working, users loseimportant customization option. This is because the feature allows you to add as many apps as possible to your Taskbar and launch them easily.
While this issue can be frustrating, it is not the most difficult to fix. In this comprehensive guide, we have prepared surefire ways to get the Taskbar Overflow feature working again.
Why is Taskbar Overflow not working on Windows 11?
Several factors can cause Taskbar Overflow not to work on Windows 11, as reported by users. Below are some of the notable causes:
How can I fix Windows 11 Taskbar Overflow if it is not working?
1. Update PC
Most users have complained that Windows 11 Taskbar Overflow is only not working in older builds of the OS. The issue has been fixed since the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22616.
While your PC should automatically install updates, you can sometimes miss out on crucial patches due to changes to your settings. So, it is good practice to check for and install the latest Windows 11 updates.
2. Enable Taskbar Overflow
Some software and processes might disable your apps in the Taskbar corner overflow. This might be the reason it is not working on Windows 11.
To be sure, check the settings and enable the apps that should be there.
3. Use the ViVeTool software
In some older builds of Windows 11, Taskbar Overflow might not work even after enabling it in the Settings app. In this case, you can use ViVeTool software to enable it.
To disable the feature later, you need to run the commands in steps 7 and 8 but replace enable with disable in step 8.
We have reached the end of this comprehensive guide on fixing the Windows 11 Taskbar overflow if it is not working. The issue should now be history on your PC, provided you follow the steps above carefully.
If, for some reason, you need toreset your Taskbar on Windows 11, our detailed guide will help you do it effortlessly.
Feel free to let us know the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.
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Ola-Hassan Bolaji
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A Computer Engineering graduate, he has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers.
He finds joy in simplifying complex topics into simple solutions for PC users. The quality of his work and providing step-wise tested and proven solutions to PC issues are all that matter to him.
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He’s a Computer Engineering graduate who has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers & operating systems.
