How to completely disable or delete widgets in Win11? Detailed explanation of operation method

A problem that troubles many Windows 11 users: the system’s built-in widgets are annoying and useless. How to completely disable them? PHP editor Youzi brings you detailed solutions to help you say goodbye to widget troubles and keep your desktop clean.

Method 1: Disable widgets

Step 1: Open settings

To open the settings of Windows 11 system, you can press Win key + I shortcut key or click the settings icon in the start menu to open it.

Step 2: Select “Personalization”

In the settings window, click the “Personalization” option on the left navigation bar.

Step 3: Enter the "Taskbar and Start Menu" settings

In the "Personalization" page, click the "Taskbar and Start Menu" option in the left navigation bar.

Step 4: Disable widgets

On the "Taskbar and Start Menu" page, find the "Widgets" option and turn it off.

Method 2: Delete the widget

If you not only need to disable the widget, but need to completely delete it, you can follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open File Explorer

Open File Explorer, you can use the Win key + E shortcut key or click the File Explorer icon in the start menu.

Step 2: Enter the Windows folder

In the file explorer, find the Windows folder, usually C:\Windows.

Step 3: Find the widget folder

In the Windows folder, find the SystemApps folder and enter this folder.

Step 4: Delete the widget file

In the SystemApps folder, find the folder named Microsoft.Windows.Widgets, right-click and select "Delete" to completely delete the group pieces.

It should be noted that deleting widget files may affect other functions of the Windows system, so we recommend operating with caution. If you are not sure whether you really need to delete the widget, you can disable it first.

Method 3: Xiaozhi Desktop

Xiaozhi Desktop is a very friendly and practical desktop organization software. Xiaozhi Desktop supports one-click organization of desktop files and folders, supports quick creation and dismissal of desktop partitions, quick file pinning and deletion. Desktop files can be synchronized to the main panel, and other drive letter files can also be added.

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After downloading and installing, follow the prompts to quickly set up.

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