With the Windows taskbar we can access any application you want, just by dragging the shortcut icon you will notice that it is incorporated. It is possible to put a color to the taskbar , you also have the option to make the taskbar transparent .
There are several ways to do it, the most common is with a third-party application, even in the official Microsoft Store you can find several for free, but you should know that it is possible to make the taskbar transparent using the Windows registry editor.
How to make the taskbar transparent in WINDOWS 10? – Personalize your PC
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- How can I make the taskbar transparent?
- From the personalization option in Windows settings
- You can choose the colors
- What other options are there to customize the taskbar?
- You can edit it from the ‘Registry Editor’
- There are many programs with customization options
- What are the benefits of modifying the taskbar?
- You can customize Windows with your favorite look
- Choose the level of transparency
- Choose the icons present on your taskbar
- How to add or remove icons from the taskbar
How can I make the taskbar transparent?
Windows allows its users to modify various features like customizing context menu , taskbar, start menu among other things. If you want to make adjustments to the taskbar you can do it as follows:
From the personalization option in Windows settings
In the main Windows configuration you can find the ‘Personalization’ option , in which the taskbar section is located. In this area you can change the location of the taskbar, add or remove system tools, as well as customize or lock icons. But in the same category you can also customize its design.
You can choose the colors
In the same ‘Personalization’ section you will also see the ‘Colors’ category if you activate the ‘Start, taskbar and action center’ box each color change is applied to these functions. You can also choose a color that is transparent, finally activate the ‘Transparency effects’ box and that’s it.
What other options are there to customize the taskbar?
Each Windows feature has a folder with its path and base installation, from which you can modify values in order to change its appearance or other features . But in the case of the taskbar.
You can edit it from the ‘Registry Editor’
With the ‘Registry Editor’ tool you can add or modify values to almost any Windows feature, in the case of the taskbar it is very simple, to make it transparent you just have to:
- Open the registry editor you can use the search engine or run the ‘regedit’ command.
- Go to the following path HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE – SOFTWARE – Microsoft – Windows – CurrentVersion – Explorer – Advanced.
- Right-click anywhere to bring up the options.
- Create a new key and name it ‘UseOLEDTaskbarTransparency’.
- Click on the new value created in order to modify it.
- Change its value from 0 to 1 and you’re done.
An important fact that you should know is that it is recommended to restart the file explorer. In other words, the ‘Explorer.exe’ function, in addition to keeping the ‘Transparency effects’ option active in the Windows customization options.
There are many programs with customization options
You can also find many programs with customization options, with some you can even create custom keyboard shortcuts , and many other functions. If you must make the taskbar transparent you can use ‘TranslucentTB’ this application is in the Microsoft Store for free. To use it you just have to:
- Enter the official Microsoft Storeand get TranslucentTB.
- Install the application on your PC you can use the search tool and write the name of the App to install it.
- Open the application and change the transparency to your liking, you canright-click on the writing, enter ‘Customize’ and that’s it.
What are the benefits of modifying the taskbar?
The advantages depend on the user, of course they are all related to the visual and design aspect , since changing the taskbar to transparent does not improve the performance of our PC. On the contrary, depending on your components, this change may not work. In the same way you can have the following benefits:
You can customize Windows with your favorite look
By placing the transparent bar you will be able to see the icons of your applications with a unique style, you can customize it with your favorite look or theme , also include a wallpaper that is compatible with the new look of your taskbar.
Choose the level of transparency
The level of transparency is very important since according to the intensity that you apply, you will notice that the icons of your applications are floating in the taskbar , if you change the location while it is transparent, only the icons will be changed. That is to say that it is centered, it will have a very special design.
Choose the icons present on your taskbar
One of the best benefits is that with the transparent taskbar the icons are highlighted with a more elegant tone. But it is recommended not to have too many as it will be noticed just like having the bar visible, choose the icons that you use most frequently , in this way the transparency effect is better applied.
How to add or remove icons from the taskbar
Just by using the right click of the mouse you can pin or unpin shortcuts to the taskbar, a trick that you can also use is to hold down your application in order to drag it. Learn how to do it as follows:
- Locate the shortcut of some Windows application or function on the system.
- Click on the icon with the right click to display the options.
- Choose the ‘Pin to taskbar’ option and that’s it.
Once this is done, quick access is added to the taskbar and if you want to remove items from the bar you must follow the same procedure. Namely:
- Right-click on a quick access icon on your taskbar.
- In the contextual menu that appears, choose the option ‘Unpin from taskbar’ and that’s it.
In the same way, if you have problems making the taskbar transparent in Windows 10, do not hesitate to consult technical support in order to solve any type of error related to the taskbar.
