taskbar

American  

[task-bahr] / ˈtæskˌbɑr /

noun

Computers.

1. a row of buttons on a display screen that are clicked on to start software applications or switch between open applications or active windows.

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taskbar British  

/ ˈtɑːskˌbɑː /

noun

1. a row of selectable buttons and icons typically running along the bottom of a computer screen, displaying information such as the names of running programs

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taskbar Scientific  

/ tăsk′bär′ /

1. A row of buttons or graphical controls on a computer screen that represent open programs, among which the user can switch back and forth by clicking on the appropriate one.

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Etymology

Origin of taskbar

First recorded in 1990–95; task + bar ¹

Example Sentences

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taskbar

A: Click on the Windows icon on the left side of the taskbar and then click on the Settings icon.

From Seattle Times ● May 13, 2023

A: Yes, Microsoft changed the taskbar controls with Windows 11, and you can no longer move the taskbar to the left, right or top of the display.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 28, 2023

The taskbar itself is designed to be hidden when a tablet user isn’t using it, allowing more needed screen space.

From The Verge ● Sep. 8, 2022

If you want to remove Widgets from the taskbar, right-click on an empty part of the taskbar and then click on “Taskbar settings.”

From Seattle Times ● Aug. 27, 2022

Tapping and holding the taskbar will hide it from view, and repeating the same gesture will bring it back.

From The Verge ● Aug. 17, 2022