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What is the notification area in Windows?


An absolutely legitimate question about the Windows notification area, here is a short answer! 




The Windows taskbar notification area, also known as the notification area, is part of the Windows taskbar, which is also the place where the sometimes annoying messages or notifications appear on the desktop


Contents:

1.) ... program symbols in the notification area!
2.) ... What can I do with the Windows notification area!
3.) ... More helpful information about the Windows!


1.) Program symbols in the notification area!

It can also be used to display icons for system and program functions that do not exist on the desktop, such as: B. Battery level, volume control and network status, as well as many other useful tools. The information area was also known as the system area or status area. And can also be expanded with other programs. 

See ►  More To-Tray Windows Notification Area Extensions!

2.) What can I do with the Windows notification area!

Here programs are shown as symbols, which usually do their jobs in the background. The program symbols can be moved in the order using drag and drop .

In Windows 7, 8 and 10, hidden icons can be shown by clicking on the small upward-pointing arrow on the left side of the notification area ( ... see Image-1 )

Very helpful, especially if the Windows taskbar or Symbols are not hidden. You can safely remove your data carriers via the Windows system tray in order to prevent data loss.

Here are some more points:

 
 
1. Quick access to system settings:

Some icons in the notification area provide quick access to important system settings such as volume control, network connections, battery status and notification settings.

2. Quick launch of applications:

Some applications place their icons in the notification area, which allows you to quickly launch or access them without leaving the desktop.

3. Show notifications:

The notification area displays notifications from applications and the operating system. These can be, for example, new emails, system updates, security alerts or application status changes.

4. Monitor background processes:

Some programs and services work in the background and display their activity via icons in the notification area. You can monitor the status of these processes and respond to problems if necessary.

5. Perform quick actions:

Some icons in the notification area allow you to quickly perform actions such as switching between different audio output devices, enabling or disabling Wi-Fi, or opening Task Manager.

6. Customize notification area icons:

You can choose which icons to display in the notification area by customizing the settings. This allows you to customize the area to your individual needs and optimize the display.

Overall, the Windows notification area provides a convenient way to access important system information and interact with various applications and processes without interrupting your workflow.

 

(Image-2) The notification area in Windows!
The notification area in Windows!

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The notification area contains icons that provide users with information about various aspects of their operating system. Good examples are the time and date, the status of the internet connection, and the background programs loaded. 

3.) Further helpful information about the Windows!

Customizing the Windows notification area is quite simple, but it is described very well here.

►► Information  area of ​​the Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10 taskbar !



Here you will also find further tips for ► customizing the notification area for taskbars !

See also: 

► Printer problems after upgrading under Windows, what did I do wrong?
► Difference between administrator and system administrator under Windows?
► Show My Computer or My Computer as an icon?






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