Windows 10: How do I unlock taskbar?

Discus and support How do I unlock taskbar? in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; My taskbar won't move from right of scree. When I right click, it shows Locked is checked and color is dim so clicking on that doesn't work. Under... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by lin337, Jun 1, 2020.

  1. lin337 Win User

    How do I unlock taskbar?


    My taskbar won't move from right of scree. When I right click, it shows Locked is checked and color is dim so clicking on that doesn't work. Under Taskbar Settings, the Lock the taskbar shows OFF and it is in light colors so cannot try to turn it on and then off. Under Explorer, I tried restarting several time and that did not help. Also, under the Taskbar settings, the Taskbar location is also in light color so cannot use that either. I tried updating Windows and restarting my computer which did not solve the problem. I have tried every solution shown under this topic and NONE have worked.

    :)
     
    lin337, Jun 1, 2020
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  2. dalchina Win User

    toggle to switch taskbar location from bottom to right and back

    Suggest you try simply dragging the taskbar with e.g. that command as a first step.

    Then (and I don't know quite how you'd make use of it):

    Unlocking taskbar: see Option 3 for useful info:
    Lock or Unlock Taskbar in Windows 10 | Tutorials
     
    dalchina, Jun 1, 2020
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  3. toggle to switch taskbar location from bottom to right and back

    'particular monitor/screen and visible unlocked taskbar' No, my taskbar is normally locked - I would need to include the unlocking step. I already use many Autohotkey applications - mostly for entering scraps of text.
    Forgive me for quoting the wrong program 'AutoIT' when you suggested AutoHotKey. MouseClickDrag looks daunting but 'feasible' - worth a try - but not tonight.
     
    Sebastian42, Jun 1, 2020
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  4. How do I unlock taskbar?

    Windows 10 Taskbar sometimes on top of full-screen applications

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to change the Screen Resolution and check if this helps. Follow the steps below to do the same:

    • Press ‘Windows ’ key on the keyboard.
    • In the search box, type Settings
    • SelectSystem > Display > Advanced display settings.
    • Under Resolution, select a new value. We suggest you stick with the resolution marked
      "(Recommended)”.
    Also try locking and then unlocking the Taskbar and check if this helps. Follow the steps below:

    • Right-click an empty space on the taskbar.
    • If Lock the Taskbar has a check mark next to it, the taskbar is locked.
    • If it does not have a check mark, click Lock the Taskbar.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Andria Maria Mendez, Jun 1, 2020
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