If you are running Windows 11, one of the most annoying things. Is, not being able to end a task directly from the taskbar. This allows you to kill things, more quickly than going to task manager to end a function.
All you need to do is the following steps and you can enable the same thing for yourself.
- Click on your start button and then select the settings “cog“
2. When the settings window loads, select the system tab on the left.
3. Once you click on the system tab. Locate the “For Developers” box and click on it.
4. Once you are in the “For Developers” box look for the “End Task” toggle switch. Toggle the switch off or on to enable the GUI selection on the taskbar.
5. Enjoy the wonderfulness of ending apps, from your taskbar.
Related Reading
- How to add the newer “End Task” option to your Windows 11 Taskbar – related guidance from The IT Guys archive
- How to install Chocolatey on your local personal PC! – related guidance from The IT Guys archive
- How to remove notifications from coming up on Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge – related guidance from The IT Guys archive
FAQ
Should I make this change on every computer?
Not without checking the environment first. Business computers may have management policies, encryption requirements, backups, or software dependencies that should be reviewed before changing Windows settings.
What should I do before a major Windows change?
Back up important files, confirm recovery keys where encryption is involved, save sign-in information, and make sure you have time to test printing, VPN, email, and business apps afterward.
When should I call for help?
If the computer is used for work, has encryption warnings, stores customer data, or the instructions do not match what you see, get help before forcing the change.