If you’re someone who relies on the handy Show Desktop Button to quickly access your desktop on Windows, brace yourself for a bit of a bummer. After the update, initially it may seem like the button has vanished. But fret not!
We’ll explore the quickest way to access the desktop while also bringing back the cherished Show Desktop Button for a nostalgic feel.
The quickest option to access your desktop without adjusting any settings is by using the keyboard shortcut Windows logo key + D. This handy shortcut instantly minimizes or restores all open windows, giving you immediate access to your desktop.
Now, we’re unveiling some nifty tricks to revive that beloved default button from yesteryears, bringing back a touch of nostalgia and convenience to your Windows experience!
How to bring back the familiar Show Desktop Button to your Windows 11 taskbar
Step 1: Simply find an empty area on your Windows 11 taskbar and right-click on it.
Step 2: After you right-click on the empty space, you’ll see two options: Task Manager and Taskbar settings. Choose Taskbar settings.
Step 3: Within the Taskbar settings window, scroll down until you locate the ‘Taskbar behaviors’ section. Click on it to expand and reveal its options.
Step 4: After expanding the ‘Taskbar behaviors’ section, look for the option labeled ‘Select the far corner of the taskbar to show the desktop’. Ensure that this option is checked to activate it.
Step 5: After completing this step, you’ll observe a thin, transparent strip appearing on the far-right corner of your taskbar whenever you hover your cursor over it.
In summary, while the default Show Desktop Button is absent in the latest Windows 11 update, users can still quickly access their desktop using the Windows logo key + D shortcut. For those seeking nostalgia, the traditional button can be reinstated by right-clicking an empty area on the taskbar, selecting Taskbar settings, and enabling the ‘Select the far corner of the taskbar to show the desktop’ option. These simple steps provide users with both modern convenience and a touch of the familiar.
