People who want a centered, dock-like Windows taskbar can use TaskbarX to reposition the taskbar icons and change the taskbar’s appearance. It offers animation choices alongside controls for transparency and background styling.
TaskbarX centers icons or moves them toward an edge
TaskbarX changes where taskbar icons sit, including placing them in the middle of the screen or toward an edge. Centering the icons gives the taskbar a more dock-like arrangement while the Start button and notification area stay at their usual ends.
The repositioning changes the desktop layout without replacing the Windows taskbar. It is aimed at people who want the pinned apps to form a more balanced row across the screen.
Animation options add movement to the taskbar
The program includes different animations for the icons and taskbar background. Choose an effect to give changes in icon position some movement, or turn the animations off if a static layout is preferred.
Background styles adjust transparency and color
TaskbarX includes built-in taskbar styles for changing how the background appears. Options include adjusting opacity, applying a background gradient, and making the taskbar transparent.
These appearance controls pair with icon positioning: the layout determines where the icons sit, while the style settings change the surface behind them. The result can be a centered taskbar with a transparent or gradient background, or a more opaque look with animations disabled.
Pros
- Centers taskbar icons while leaving Start and the notification area at the ends
- Offers several icon animation styles
- Includes transparent, opacity, and gradient background styling
System requirements: Windows 10
Can TaskbarX center taskbar icons?
Yes. It can position taskbar icons in the center while the Start button and notification area remain at their usual ends.
Can TaskbarX make the taskbar transparent?
Yes. Its built-in styles include transparency, opacity adjustments, and background gradients.
Can the taskbar animations be turned off?
Yes. TaskbarX lets you disable its animation effects.

