How to Lock the Taskbar in Windows 10, 8, and 7
To lock or unlock the Windows taskbar, right-click any blank space on the taskbar and select Lock the taskbar.
How to Lock the Windows Taskbar From the Settings
You also can lock the taskbar in place from the Windows settings:
Right-click a blank space on the taskbar, then select Taskbar settings (in Windows 10) or Properties (in Windows 7 and 8). Set the toggle switch under Lock the taskbar to On. On Windows 8 and 7, select the Taskbar tab, then select the Lock the taskbar check box.
What Is the Windows Taskbar?
The Windows taskbar provides quick access to frequently-used applications, important system settings, and incoming notifications. It also houses the Start menu and the Windows search box.
