Why Is Start Menu Tab Missing from Taskbar Properties on Windows 10?

On Windows 8.x and lower versions of Windows, you’re able to apply customizations to the Start Menu under the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties which can be found when you right-click on the taskbar. On Windows 10, this setting is not available when you select the Taskbar and Start Menu Properties on the taskbar and in the most recent version of Windows 10, you won’t see the properties at all.

The Start Menu settings in the taskbar properties have been removed in Windows 10, therefore, you can’t find the Start Menu or Taskbar settings as you would on earlier versions of Windows. This Start Menu customization setting has been moved to Settings > Personalization > Start whereas the Taskbar settings have been moved to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar. The steps below further illustrate how to access this setting on Windows 10.

  1. Right-click the Task Bar and choose Settings
  2. On the left pane (Personalization), you will see two further settings “Start and Taskbar” which is where the missing stuff from Windows 7 has been laid to in Windows 10.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kevin Arrows


Kevin Arrows is a highly experienced and knowledgeable technology specialist with over a decade of industry experience. He holds a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification and has a deep passion for staying up-to-date on the latest tech developments. Kevin has written extensively on a wide range of tech-related topics, showcasing his expertise and knowledge in areas such as software development, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. His contributions to the tech field have been widely recognized and respected by his peers, and he is highly regarded for his ability to explain complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner.
Back to top button

Expert Tip

Why Is Start Menu Tab Missing from Taskbar Properties on Windows 10?

If the issue is with your Computer or a Laptop you should try using Restoro which can scan the repositories and replace corrupt and missing files. This works in most cases, where the issue is originated due to a system corruption. You can download Restoro by clicking the Download button below.

Download Now

I'm not interested