Manual

34 Microsoft Windows Desktop
Taskbar
Overview
The Windows taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the desktop,
although you can relocate it. The taskbar provides quick access to open
minimized windows on the desktop, or to frequently-used programs, files, or
utilities on your computer.
The basic sections of the taskbar are:
FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about the Windows desktop,
see “Windows Basics” in Windows Help and Support:
click Start
or → Help and Support.
Start button Provides access to the Start menu, which lists the
programs and system utilities installed in your
computer. Use the Start menu to start software
applications and to change computer settings. If you
move or resize your taskbar, the Start button moves or
resizes with it.
Quick Launch toolbar Contains icons for quick access to programs.
taskbar button area Contains buttons representing minimized windows for
open application programs.
notification area Includes a clock and icons associated with programs.
Quick Launch toolbar notification areataskbar button
Start button