Microsoft Finally Backs Down: The Windows 11 Taskbar Update You've Been Waiting For - PCMag

<p>When Microsoft removed the option to move the taskbar with the release of <a href="https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/microsoft-windows-11" target="_self">Windows 11</a>, that decision became a symbol of its refusal to listen to enthusiast feedback. Now, the company is reversing that stance. Next Tuesday, a movable taskbar is arriving on a PC near you, though the rollout may be a little messy. Once you get the update, you can also turn off Bing search results in the Start menu, effectively restricting searches to your files. This option addresses yet another major complaint I've heard about Windows.</p><p>I watched from the audience at <a href="https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/i-saw-the-future-of-windows-at-microsoft-build-2026-and-its-unrecognizable" target="_self">Build</a> a few months ago as Satya Nadella proudly showed off the movable taskbar. Most Windows users will likely never move their taskbars, but Microsoft wants you to know you now have that freedom.