

With this change, users will see a rounded focus and hover treatment on all icons in the lower right, due to the continued modernization of this experience. This update introduces updates to the System Tray that affect all device types - not just 2-in-1 devices. If this feature is available, you will see a new setting at Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behaviors called “Optimize taskbar for touch interactions when this device is used as a tablet” that will be set to on by default.įEEDBACK: Please file feedback in Feedback Hub (WIN + F) under Desktop Environment > Taskbar. Tablet-optimized taskbar in both collapsed and expanded states. You can easily switch between the two states by swiping up and down on the bottom of your device.

In the expanded state, the taskbar is optimized to be easier to use with touch. In the collapsed state, the taskbar gets out your way, gives you more screen space, and prevents you from accidentally invoking the taskbar when you’re holding your tablet. It does not work on laptops or desktop PCs.Īs a reminder, there are two states of this taskbar: collapsed and expanded. This feature only works on devices that can be used as tablets. Your taskbar will automatically transition to this optimized version when you disconnect or fold back the keyboard on your 2-in-1 device. We’re re-introducing the touch-optimized taskbar that’s designed to make you feel more confident and comfortable using your device as a tablet.
