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Windows's notification area doesn't allow to hide icons, when all are shown

I'm using the option to "Always show all icons in the notification are", because it is easier for me to see them on one line. But, when that option is selected I can't choose anymore which ...
Georgi Peev's user avatar
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How do I take care of Apps that need my attention in the Windows Taskbar?

I have an ultrawide setup, so usually I have two windows side by side at a time. Sometimes, especially with Zoom and Discord, I get many notifications. Whenever I get many messages or notifications ...
Sarim Aleem's user avatar
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How to control Windows 10 notifications outside of the "Settings" app (specifically, disabling flux notifications)?

Flux has an incredibly annoying line of notifications that appear to announce that the app has disabled itself, for whatever reason (when I start some application or use the snipping tool), and I can'...
Hilbert Jr.'s user avatar
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Windows 10 taskbar doesn't show number of messages received by Skype App

I am using Windows 10, and the Skype App that came with it. (Not Skype for Business.) I have its icon in the taskbar. But when I get a message, the taskbar icon doesn't change to show me that I ...
twasbrillig's user avatar
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How to disable flashing icons in Windows 10 taskbar

My question is the same as this one but for Windows 10 instead of Windows 7. Is there a way to stop taskbar icons from flashing orange to get my attention? I find it very distracting. I have tried ...
Kyle's user avatar
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How do I find what program is keeping the taskbar from auto-hiding?

The name says it all. Taskbar is set to auto-hide, taskbar does not auto-hide, obviously, I want it to auto-hide. Some program is keeping it from doing that. Sometimes I find the culprit quickly if ...
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Tray icon area is missing/invisible, icons locked on Windows 10

Since today I got the problem that my whole tray icon area is empty/missing/invisible. The only thing I see is the notification area icon and my locale settings: Interestingly, the icons are ...
The Wavelength's user avatar