Hide and Show System Icons on Taskbar in Windows 10

By Achilles Hill | Last Updated January 03, 2024

Generally speaking, system icons in Windows computer refer to the icons of clock, volume, network, power, input indicator and action center. Moreover, except the icon of power, other system icons are displayed on the taskbar. If you want to know how to hide or show them, this article will illustrate the two methods to hide or show system icons on taskbar in Windows 10 Pro Technical Preview for your better reference.

Video guide on how to hide or show system icons on taskbar in Windows 10:

2 ways to hide or show system icons on taskbar in Windows 10:

Way 1: Hide or show system icons in Settings (i.e. PC settings).

Step 1: Open Settings.

Step 2: Choose System, open Notifications & actions and click Turn system icons on or off.

Step 3: Turn off or turn on the system icons you want to hide or show on your computer taskbar.

Way 2: Hide or show system icons in Control Panel.

Step 1: Open Control Panel.

Step 2: Type system icons in the top-right search box and tap Notification Area Icons to continue.

Step 3: Hit Turn system icons on or off.

Step 4: Turn off or on system icons and select OK.

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