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One such feature includes a classic Taskbar feature, making an official comeback but with a smart new twist.

Previous versions of Windows had the ability to “ungroup” app icons and show labels on the Taskbar.

Windows 11 Taskbar closeup

Apps on the Taskbar will now be able to show labels and ungroup.

But now, Microsoft says it’s coming back, with a smarter implementation.

This implementation of an old feature should enable that.

Windows taskbar ungrouping

Apps on the Taskbar will now be able to show labels and ungroup.

Start11 option to use vertical taskbars on Windows 11.

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