A comprehensive guide on how to transform the cluttered Windows 11 taskbar into a professional, sleek, and highly functional workspace using Windhawk mods, TrafficMonitor, and native Windows Settings tweaks.
"Finish what's started."
To achieve the clutter-free look, enable these mods in Windhawk:
- Taskbar Clock Customization: Adds custom date/time formats and the sub-text.
- Disable Grouping on the Taskbar: Keeps individual window buttons identifiable.
- Taskbar Tray Icon Spacing and Grid: Tightens the system tray spacing.
- Taskbar Volume Control Per-App: Enables scroll-to-adjust volume.
To get the sleek real-time upload/download speeds on your taskbar:
- App: TrafficMonitor v1.85.1
- Setup: 1. Right-click the app > Show Taskbar Window. 2. Go to Options > Taskbar Window Settings. 3. Match the background color and font with your taskbar theme for a seamless look.
Windhawk mods work best when your native Windows settings are properly configured. Follow these screenshots to match my exact setup:
Disabling unnecessary search bars, widgets, and chat buttons.
Ensuring the classic center-aligned look and behavior.
- Download Tools: Install Windhawk and TrafficMonitor from the provided links.
- Apply Mods: Search and configure the mods in Windhawk.
- Setup TrafficMonitor: Enable 'Taskbar Window' and adjust the font/size to match the sleek aesthetic.
- Final Tweaks: Align your taskbar and hide unnecessary system icons as shown in the screenshots.
- Download/Source link - [https://github.com/mogdho/Sleek-Windows-Taskbar]
- TrafficMonitor Link - [https://github.com/zhongyang219/TrafficMonitor/releases/tag/V1.85.1]