How to Display Windows 11 Clock Like the One in Windows 10 When Tray is Clicked

In Windows 10, when you click on the clock in the system tray, a small calendar and clock pop up, displaying the current date and time. However, in Windows 11, this feature has been replaced with a larger, more detailed calendar and clock widget that appears directly on the taskbar. If you prefer the old Windows 10 style clock display, you'll be happy to know that there is a way to bring it back in Windows 11. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to display the Windows 11 clock like the one in Windows 10 when the tray is clicked.

Step 1: Open the Taskbar Settings

To begin, right-click on an empty space on the taskbar and select "Taskbar settings" from the context menu. This will open the Taskbar settings window.

Step 2: Customize the Taskbar Behaviors

In the Taskbar settings window, scroll down to the "Notification area" section and click on the "Turn system icons on or off" link.

Step 3: Enable the Clock

In the "Turn system icons on or off" window, you will see a list of system icons that can be displayed on the taskbar. Find the "Clock" option and make sure it is set to "On".

Step 4: Customize the Taskbar Corner

Now, go back to the Taskbar settings window and scroll down to the "Corner" section. Click on the dropdown menu next to "Taskbar corner" and select the corner where you want the clock to be displayed when clicked.

Step 5: Test the Clock Display

Once you have made the necessary changes, click on the clock in the system tray to see the Windows 10 style clock display. It will pop up in the corner you selected, showing the current date and time.

Congratulations! You have successfully displayed the Windows 11 clock like the one in Windows 10 when the tray is clicked. Now you can enjoy the familiar clock display without sacrificing the benefits of the new Windows 11 taskbar.

If you ever want to switch back to the default Windows 11 clock display, simply follow the same steps and turn off the "Clock" option in the "Turn system icons on or off" window.

We hope this guide has been helpful in customizing your Windows 11 taskbar clock display. If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, feel free to reach out to our tech support team.

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