Most users like the cool features and sleek design, but when it came to widgets, some users just want to know how to disable them. Even though widgets are customizable and you can resize them from small to large, they still take up a lot of space on the screen, and that can be quite a nuisance.

Why did Microsoft bring widgets to Windows 11?

It looks like Microsoft really took into consideration users’ feedback and opinion when designing the new OS. A lot of features have been removed or even deprecated, to leave room for a new and improved OS, with new partners, more apps, and a personalized feed powered by AI. Yes, we are talking about widgets. According to Panos Panay, Chief Product Officer at Windows + Devices, widgets are here to make our lives easier by delivering us the information we most care about: With this feature, you get personalized information from multiple sources and apps to keep up with all current events from around the world, Widgets were first presented to the public as News and Interests, as they currently are in Windows 10, but neither then nor now the response wasn’t the one expected. On that note, follow our simple guide below and find out how to get rid of the Widgets when making the jump to Windows 11 and enjoy a clean desktop.

How to turn off widgets in Windows 11?

1. Use the taskbar settings

2. Make the changes directly from Windows Settings

You can easily disable widgets from your taskbar via Windows Settings. The Personalization menu allows you to toggle widgets visibility on and off in just a click.

  1. Click on Start and choose Settings from the menu.

  2. Navigate to the Personalization section.

  3. Scroll down and click on Taskbar.

  4. In the Taskbar items section, you will see the widgets option with a toggle next to it.

  5. Toggle the option off to disable widgets from showing on your taskbar.

  6. Close the window when you finish.

3. Use the Taskbar Context Menu

4. Use the Registry Editor

Easy, right? There’s no need to get frustrated when customizing your desktop as long as you follow our guides. Still, if you’re not completely happy about the new design, learn how to make Windows 11 look like Windows 10. Want to know how to make your desktop even cooler? You can make your taskbar transparent in a few simple steps. If you have any questions or suggestions, just use the comments section below and let us know what you think.

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