How can I remove Cortana Search from my Taskbar permanently?


  1. Compumind
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    How can I remove Cortana Search from my Taskbar permanently?


    Hi again -

    So many questions!

    How can I remove the Cortana Search Box from my Taskbar permanently (with the option of reversal)?
    I tried turning off Cortana Settings, yet the Search Box remains. Am I missing something?

    Ideas appreciated, thanks. :)
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  3. Josey Wales
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    Compumind said:
    Hi again -

    So many questions!

    How can I remove the Cortana Search Box from my Taskbar permanently (with the option of reversal)?
    I tried turning off Cortana Settings, yet the Search Box remains. Am I missing something?

    Ideas appreciated, thanks. :)
    Right Click on your task bar and remove the checkmark that is there to Show Cortana Search Box.

    Hide or Show Search Box or Cortana Icon on Taskbar in Windows 10 Windows 10 Tutorials
    Last edited by Brink; 20 Apr 2018 at 09:12. Reason: added tutorial link for more info
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  4. Compumind
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    Josey Wales said:
    Right Click on your task bar and remove the checkmark that is there to Show Cortana Search Box.
    Can't believe it. Thanks so much! :)
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  6. Josey Wales
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    Compumind said:
    Can't believe it. Thanks so much! :)
    You are quite welcome:)
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