Windows 11 Quick Launch [portable] Link

The Return of the Quick Launch: How to Get It Back in Windows 11

ExplorerPatcher

| Tool | Description | Quick Launch Support | |------|-------------|----------------------| | | Restores Windows 10 taskbar & start menu | Yes (full classic toolbars) | | StartAllBack | Restores Windows 7/10 taskbar, Start, and toolbars | Yes | | Windhawk (modular) | Allows “Taskbar Toolbars” mod | Yes | windows 11 quick launch

Removing Items

: To remove an item, right-click on it while in the expanded Quick Launch view and select "Unpin from Quick Launch". The Return of the Quick Launch: How to

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For pinned taskbar apps: Win + 1 opens the first app, Win + 2 opens the second, etc. This is faster than any mouse-based Quick Launch. What it does: A Swiss Army knife of Windows customization

Taskbar Settings

Some versions or specific updates of Windows 11 may allow a custom toolbar if users can access hidden settings, though this is often restricted by the new "Taskbar behaviors". Navigate to > Taskbar behaviors . Attempt to "Unlock" the taskbar (if the option is visible).

Choose the classic Quick Launch (via ExplorerPatcher) if:

  • If you miss the small icons and the "click-to-launch" speed of the Windows 7 era, you can force the classic toolbar to appear. This allows you to have a distinct section separate from your pinned taskbar apps.