How to Add Windows Folder to Taskbar in Windows 8

By Hally | Last Updated January 03, 2024

The article shows you how to add the Windows folder to taskbar (see the following picture) on Windows 8 computer in detail.

Video guide on how to add Windows folder to taskbar on Windows 8:

Steps to add Windows folder to taskbar in Windows 8:

Step 1: Go to show the hidden files and folders.

For more info, please refer to Show Hidden Files on Windows 8 Desktop or Tablet.

Step 2: Open a new toolbar.

Right-click the taskbar, point at Toolbars on the context menu and select New toolbar in the sub-list.

Step 3: Select the Windows folder as the new toolbar.

Find and click Windows in Computer/Disk C/Program Data/Microsoft, and then tap Select Folder.

After these three steps, the Windows folder instantly shows up on the taskbar.

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