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The functionality requires some tinkering using ViVetool, but things look promising for the feature making a return.

But Microsoft removed the feature when it shipped anew File Explorer with Windows 11 version 23H2.

File Explorer from Windows 11

Windows 11 not having the option to move the Taskbar is just one example of Windows losing features.

It seems that may not be the case with future versions of Windows.

Windows 11 24H2will first ship on ARM PCs before rolling out to everyone later this year.

Perhaps we’ll see that update bring back dragging and dropping in File Explorer to the address bar.

Windows 11 Taskbar closeup

Windows 11 not having the option to move the Taskbar is just one example of Windows losing features.

If not, we could see the feature in a future version of Windows.

I suppose saying Microsoft “removes” these features isn’t entirely accurate.

Microsoft prioritizes certain features based on telemetry data, user feedback, and its overarching vision for Windows.

Windows 11 File Explorer Hero

Sometimes the company has to work on the most important features right away and add things in later.

We’ve seen similar situations with the Taskbar, Start menu, and other parts of Windows 11.

Windows 11 file Explorer

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The Windows 11 Start menu apps list.

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Windows 11 system features

Windows 11 Start menu

Windows 11 battery usage

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