We explain step by step how to make the taskbar transparent in Windows 11.
The taskbar in Windows 11 has not been without controversy. When the new Microsoft operating system came out, this element lost several features that were present in Windows 10. However, this time we do not want to focus on its defects, but on the customization possibilities. Do you want to know how to switch to a transparent taskbar? Read on to find out.
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In this article we are going to explain how to switch to a transparent taskbar background . In this way, the icons gain more prominence, as well as the rest of the items located in this section. You can also combine it better with the wallpaper you have chosen. Customize your computer to the maximum and make its interface unique with the tricks that we tell you here.
Index of contents
- Transparent taskbar in Windows 11 with TranslucentTB
- Install TranslucentTB
- Configure TranslucentTB
- Transparent taskbar: other options
- TaskbarX
- Taskbar Tool
- Transparent taskbar and much more
Transparent taskbar in Windows 11 with TranslucentTB
To achieve a transparent taskbar, we are going to have to use third-party software. More specifically, from TranslucentTB , an application available in the Microsoft Store that is completely free. Here we explain how it works.
Install TranslucentTB
The first step you must take is none other than installing TranslucentTB on your computer. As we have explained to you, this customization tool is in the Microsoft application store. So getting it is very simple:
- Abre the Microsoft Store.
- In the search engine enter TranslucentTB.
- Access the utility tab and click Get.
- Wait for the download to finish and the app to install.
Once it is installed, click Open to launch it. It’s time to set the transparency of the taskbar on your computer.
Configure TranslucentTB
The first time you open TranslucentTB you will see a window similar to this:
Click on Continue to continue with the configuration of the tool. A notice will appear in the notification area reminding you that TranslucentTB runs in the background and is available in the system tray. It is that place where the icons of the programs that are constantly running appear.
From the system tray you will always have the configuration of this tool at hand and, as a consequence, of your taskbar. We recommend that you drag its icon to the visible part to make it more accessible. When you click on it, the options menu appears to configure the application.
Let’s review all the parameters that you have at your disposal in TranslucentTB:
- Advanced color picker with support for alpha and live preview to change taskbar color.
- Taskbar States. You can select each and customize the color in each state except normal.
- Normal Windows style. It is as if TranslucentTB is not running.
- Tinted taskbar, no transparency.
- Tinted taskbar.
- It will make the taskbar look slightly blurry.
- It will give the taskbar an appearance similar to the patterns established in Microsoft’s Fluent Design.
- dynamic modes. They can be used together, and each provides a taskbar status and color that you can customize.
- Dynamic windows. It will change the appearance of the taskbar depending on whether a window is currently maximized or visible.
- Start Menu. Adjust the appearance of the taskbar when the Start menu is opened.
- Task view. Use a custom skin for the taskbar when task view is open.
- Battery saving. Uses a custom setting if the device enters battery saving mode.
No doubt, TranslucentTB is an excellent app to make taskbar transparent in Windows 11 . You should know that this customization utility is also available for Windows 10, being fully functional in the previous version of the operating system. So if you haven’t upgraded yet, this tool is also for you.
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Transparent taskbar: other options
If for some reason the application recommended in the previous section is not to your liking or has not worked on your computer, there are several alternatives available to you to make the taskbar transparent . Here are two programs that we liked a lot.
TaskbarX
In this case, we are dealing with paid software, although with a ridiculous price, considering everything it is capable of doing. To download it, you will have to pay 1.99 euros in the Microsoft store. Afterwards, you can move the icons on the taskbar as you please, change the background color or add new animations.
Taskbar Tool
Taskbar Tool also offers the ability to customize the colors of the taskbar and even add transparency. It is an application that is available on GitHub completely free of charge.
Transparent taskbar and much more
Making the taskbar transparent is not the only trick worth knowing. If you want to give your computer a unique touch, you might be interested in reading some guides posted on this site.
Without going any further, we have explained how to customize the taskbar in Windows 11 , changing the order of the icons, adding or removing shortcuts or altering their alignment. On the other hand, we show you all the steps you must take to use the taskbar correctly and get the most out of it. We even show you how to hide taskbar in Windows 11 step by step .