Colour [new] — Windows 11 Change Taskbar

Choose a color from the grid, or click next to "Custom colors" to pick a specific shade.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to change the taskbar colour in Windows 11.

The most direct way to modify your taskbar's appearance is through the Personalization settings . Customize Your Windows 11 Taskbar in One Click windows 11 change taskbar colour

This is the crucial step that many users miss. Simply picking a colour isn't enough; you must tell Windows to apply it to the taskbar.

: Set Accent color to Automatic to have Windows pick a primary color from your current desktop background. Choose a color from the grid, or click

: Toggle Transparency effects in the same Colors menu to give the taskbar a modern, glass-like look that blends with your wallpaper.

Once this is enabled, Windows will apply your chosen accent colour to your taskbar, the Start menu, and the Search box. Customize Your Windows 11 Taskbar in One Click

Once Dark Mode is active, you can toggle the color setting for the taskbar. Scroll down to the section.