Still have Win10-style volume/brightness sliders after upgrading to Win11

After upgrading to Windows 11, you may notice that the volume and brightness sliders have changed from the familiar Windows 10 style. If you prefer the old style and want to bring it back, don't worry! There are a few simple steps you can follow to still have Win10-style volume/brightness sliders on your Windows 11 computer.

Step 1: Open the Settings

The first step is to open the Settings app on your Windows 11 computer. You can do this by clicking on the Start button and selecting the Settings icon from the menu.

Step 2: Go to the Personalization Settings

Once the Settings app is open, navigate to the "Personalization" section. You can find it by scrolling down or by using the search bar at the top of the Settings window.

Step 3: Select Taskbar

In the Personalization settings, click on the "Taskbar" option in the left-hand menu. This will open the Taskbar customization options.

Step 4: Customize the Taskbar

Scroll down in the Taskbar settings until you find the "Notification area" section. Click on the "Turn system icons on or off" link.

Step 5: Enable Volume and Brightness Sliders

In the "Turn system icons on or off" settings, you will see a list of system icons that you can enable or disable. Look for the "Volume" and "Brightness" options and make sure they are turned on. If they are already enabled, you can skip this step.

Step 6: Restart your computer

After enabling the volume and brightness sliders, it's a good idea to restart your computer. This will ensure that the changes take effect and the Win10-style sliders appear on your taskbar.

Once your computer restarts, you should see the familiar volume and brightness sliders on your taskbar, just like in Windows 10. You can now adjust the volume and brightness levels using these sliders.

If you ever want to revert back to the Windows 11 style sliders, simply follow the same steps and disable the "Volume" and "Brightness" options in the "Turn system icons on or off" settings.

By following these easy steps, you can still have Win10-style volume/brightness sliders on your Windows 11 computer. Enjoy the familiarity of the old style while experiencing the new features and improvements of Windows 11!

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