How to change Taskbar size on Windows 11

Windows 11 brings a modern look to the desktop, including a centered Taskbar. But what if you want it a bit bigger—or smaller? Unlike Windows 10, you can’t change the Taskbar size from the Settings menu. But there’s still a way.

Here’s how to change the Taskbar size in Windows 11 using a quick registry tweak.

⚠️ Quick Warning

This method involves editing the Windows Registry. If you’re not familiar with it, make sure to back up your registry or create a system restore point before making changes.

Steps to Change Taskbar Size

1. Open the Registry Editor

• Press Windows + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.
• If prompted by User Account Control, click Yes.

2. Navigate to This Key:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced

3. Create a New DWORD Value

• Right-click in the right pane and choose:
  New > DWORD (32-bit) Value
• Name it: TaskbarSi

4. Set the Value

• Double-click TaskbarSi and enter one of these values:
  • 0 = Small
  • 1 = Medium (default)
  • 2 = Large
• Click OK to save.

5. Restart Windows Explorer

• Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
• Scroll down to Windows Explorer, right-click it, and choose Restart.

Or, just restart your PC.

What Changes?

• Small (0): Compact Taskbar and smaller icons—more screen space.
• Medium (1): The default look.
• Large (2): Bigger Taskbar and icons—easier to click.

Want to Undo It?

Just delete the TaskbarSi entry from the registry and restart Explorer. It’ll go back to default.

Final Tip

This tweak is safe if done right. But Microsoft could change how the Taskbar works in future updates. Keep that in mind if something suddenly looks different after an update.

Got more customization questions? Drop them in the comments—I’ll cover them in future posts.