How to Add or Customize Widgets in Windows 11?

If you are using Windows 11, you might have noticed a Widgets icon on the taskbar. By clicking on this Widgets icon, you can open it to see the latest weather, stock information, and more news from around the world.

However, if you want to add more widgets or customize them, this gearupwindows article will help you. Windows 11 allows you to hide or remove a particular widget, customize any specific section, add more widgets, etc.

How to Add a New Widget on Windows 11?

By default, Windows 11 Widgets display weather forecasts, stock information, regional sports, etc. However, there are a lot of widgets waiting for you to add to the Widgets panel. For instance, you can include Outlook Calendar, Microsoft To-Do, Family Safety, Traffic information, Tips, etc. To add a new widget, do the following steps:-

Step 1. Open the Widgets panel by clicking its icon on the Taskbar.

Step 2. When the Widgets panel opens, click on the Add widgets button in the center of the screen.

Step 3. In the “Widget settings” flyout, find a widget you want to show and click the plus (+) sign beside that.

Step 4. When done, click the Close flyout button.

Now that you have completed every step, you can see the desired widget in the Widgets panel.

How to Remove or Hide a Widget in Windows 11?

If you don’t like and want to hide a particular widget from the Widget panel, do the following:-

Step 1. Open the Widgets panel by clicking its icon on the taskbar.

Step 2. When the Widgets panel opens, click the three-dotted icon of a widget you want to hide or remove.

Step 3. Select the Remove widget option.

If you wish to add that widget again, you must follow the “add a new widget” guide mentioned above.

How to Search from Widgets in Windows 11?

While you are on the Widgets panel, if you want to search for something, you can use the search box on the top of it. The search results will appear in the Microsoft Bing browser.

How to Customize Widgets in Windows 11?

Depending upon the widget, Windows 11 allows you to customize it as per your needs. For instance, if you wish, you can customize the location for the Weather, Sports, Stock, etc. widget. To do that, click on the three-dotted icon visible on the top-right corner of a particular widget and select the “Customize widget” option.

Then, choose or edit what you want to do. Depending upon the widget, you may see limited options, but you will find all the essential information by customizing them. For instance, you can hide a particular news story, hide a publisher, save a report to read later, etc.

When you’re done, click the Save button.

Good luck!

Conclusion

In conclusion, Windows 11 has introduced a new feature called Widgets that allows users to access news, weather, sports, and other information right from the taskbar. With the ability to customize, add, or remove widgets, users can make the most of this feature and tailor it to their preferences. Adding a new widget is as simple as opening the Widgets panel, selecting the desired widget, and clicking the plus sign. Removing or hiding a widget is equally easy and can be done by clicking on the three-dotted icon and selecting the “Remove widget” option. Users can also search from widgets and customize them depending on their requirements. With these options available, users can create a personalized and efficient way to access information on their Windows 11 PC.

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