Windows 11 does not provide a built-in option to adjust taskbar icon size. However, you can use the following methods to make the icons smaller or larger.

Method 1: Change Taskbar Icon Size via Registry Editor

You can manually adjust the taskbar icon size using the Registry Editor:

1. Press Windows + R, type regedit, and press Enter.
2. Navigate to:

   HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerAdvanced

3. Right-click in the right panel, select New → DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it TaskbarSi.
4. Set its value to:
   • 0 for small icons
   • 1 for default icons
   • 2 for large icons
5. Click OK and restart your computer.

Method 2: Adjust Display Scaling

If modifying the registry does not work, you can adjust display scaling:

1. Go to Settings → System → Display.
2. Under Scale & Layout, adjust the Scaling percentage (e.g., lower it for smaller icons).
3. Restart your computer to apply the changes.

Method 3: Use Third-Party Tools

There are third-party applications like StartAllBack or ExplorerPatcher that allow customization of taskbar icon sizes.

Conclusion

By modifying the registry or adjusting display settings, you can change the taskbar icon size in Windows 11. If you prefer more customization, third-party tools may offer additional flexibility.

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