In this article, I will explain how to hide Task View Button with Intune. Hiding the Task View button can help customize your workspace to fit your individual needs and preferences better.
Hiding the Task View button in Windows 10 or Windows 11 is a simple customization that allows users to streamline their taskbar and maintain a cleaner interface. The Task View feature, introduced with Windows 10, provides an overview of open windows and virtual desktops, enhancing multitasking capabilities.
Start by right-clicking on an empty taskbar area to hide the Task View button. This action will open a context menu with various options. Locate the “Show Task View button” option, which should have a checkmark next to it indicating that it is currently enabled.
The checkmark will be removed by clicking on this option, and the Task View button will disappear from the taskbar. This process can be easily reversed by following the same steps and re-checking the option if you decide to use the Task View feature again.
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Customizing the Taskbar
Customizing the taskbar to hide the Task View button can help reduce visual clutter and focus on the tools and applications you often use. This small adjustment can make a significant difference in maintaining a tidy and organized desktop environment. Additionally, even without the button, users can still access Task View by pressing the Windows key + Tab on their keyboard, ensuring that the feature remains accessible without taking up space on the taskbar.
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Importance of Hiding Task View Button
Hiding the Task View button in Windows 10 or Windows 11 can be important for several reasons. While the Task View button can be useful for quickly accessing virtual desktops and viewing open windows, these alternatives and benefits highlight why some users might choose to hide it.
Importance | Details |
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Clutter Reduction | Cleaner Taskbar: Removing the Task View button can help reduce clutter on the taskbar, providing a cleaner and more streamlined look. More Space: It frees up space for other icons and programs you frequently use, allowing for better organization. |
Personal Preference | Minimalism: Some users prefer a minimalist desktop environment and hiding unnecessary icons can enhance their user experience. Customization: It allows users to customize their workspace according to their preferences and workflow needs. |
Alternative Access | Keyboard Shortcuts: Many users rely on keyboard shortcuts (like Windows + Tab ) to access Task View, making the button redundant.Gesture Control: On touch-enabled devices, swiping from the left edge of the screen can also open Task View, further reducing the need for a dedicated button. |
Focus and Productivity | Some users simply prefer not to use the Task View feature and may want to remove the button as part of their personalized desktop Distraction Reduction: A less cluttered taskbar can help reduce distractions, allowing users to focus better on their tasks. Streamlined Workflow: Simplifying the taskbar can contribute to a more efficient workflow by minimizing unnecessary elements.. |
Aesthetic Appeal | Visual Consistency: For users who prefer a certain aesthetic or visual consistency, removing the Task View button can contribute to a more pleasing overall appearance of their desktop environment. |
Create Configuration to Hide Task View Button with Intune
Follow the steps below to create a configuration policy to Hide Task View Button with Microsoft Intune. Then, log in to the Microsoft Intune Admin Center using your administrator credentials.
- Navigate to Devices > Windows > Configuration
- Click on +Create > +New Policy
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We can now create a configuration profile using a Custom Windows template. To do that, specify the following details under the Create a profile option.
- Platform: Windows 10 and later
- Profile type: Templates
- Template name: Custom
In the Basics section, enter the Custom policy name as “Hide Task View Button” and click Next.
This is a Custom policy, so we must manually add OMA-URI Settings under the Configuration Settings pane. To do so, click on Add.
To configure the policy for our current requirements, you must provide the details below on the OMA-URI Settings Add Row pane. Once you have added all the details, click on the Save option.
- ./Device/Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Start/HideTaskViewButton
Name: Hide Task View Button
Description: Hide Task View Button on Windows 11
OMA-URI: ./Device/Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Start/HideTaskViewButton
Data type: Integer
Value: 1
On the next page, leave the Scope tags as Default. Alternatively, you can select any custom scope tags available in the tenant.
Click on Next and assign the policy to HTMD – Test Computers. In the Included Groups option, click on Add Groups and select the required device group.
Click on Next and add the Applicability Rules. In this example, I am configuring the Assign profile if the OS edition is Windows 10/11 Enterprise.
Please take a moment to carefully review all the settings you’ve defined for the “Hide Task View Button” configuration profile on the “Review + Create” page. When you’re ready, select “Create” to implement the changes.
Monitor Hide Task View Button Configuration in Intune
The configuration profile has been deployed to the Microsoft Entra ID groups. So once the targeted devices are synced, it will take effect as soon as possible. To monitor the policy deployment status from the Microsoft Intune Portal, follow the steps below.
- Navigate to Devices > Windows > Configuration Profiles > Search for the “Hide Task View Button” configuration profile
The deployment status will appear under the Device and User check-in status.
End User Experience – Hide Task View Button Configuration
Now, we have to check whether the Hide Task View Button configuration is working fine or not. Log in to one of the policy-targeted devices.
- Click on Start > Search and Select Settings > Personalization > Task Bar
Under Taskbar items, the Task view has been turned off and disabled. So, we can conclude that our policy worked as expected!
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