How to fix Windows 11 Taskbar Autohide Not Working Issue

If Windows 11 taskbar isn’t autohiding despite the setting being enabled, don’t worry. This annoying issue can be resolved with a few simple steps:

Table of Contents

Solution 1: Verify Taskbar behaviors settings
Solution 2: Resolve conflict
Solution 3: Restart Windows Explorer process
Solution 4: Create new local user account

Solution 1: Verify Taskbar behaviors settings

Open Settings.
Navigate to Personalization > Taskbar.
Ensure the “Automatically hide the taskbar” option is toggled on.
Click the “Taskbar behaviors” dropdown and verify “Automatically hide the taskbar” is selected.

Solution 2: Resolve conflict

Disable any apps that might be interfering with the autohide feature, such as third-party taskbar customization tools.

Solution 3: Restart Windows Explorer process

If the issue persists, try restarting the “Windows Explorer” process:

Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open Task Manager.
Under the “Processes” tab.
Locate and select “Windows Explorer.”
Click “Restart” to refresh the process.

Solution 4: Create new local user account

As a last resort, create a new local user account and check if the taskbar autohide works properly there. If it does, consider transferring your files to the new account.

By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to overcome the frustrating taskbar autohide problem and enjoy a clutter-free desktop experience in Windows 11.