How to Disable News and Interests on Windows 10
Are you tired of seeing the News and Interests section popping up on your Windows 10 taskbar? This feature, which displays news headlines and interests, can be quite intrusive and distracting. If you want to disable this feature and declutter your taskbar, follow these simple steps to turn it off on Windows 10.
Step 1: Open the Settings App
The first step in disabling the News and Interests feature is to open the Settings app. You can do this by clicking on the Start button, selecting “Settings” from the list of apps, or by pressing the Windows key + I on your keyboard.
Step 2: Navigate to Personalization
Once the Settings app is open, click on “Personalization” from the left-hand menu. This section contains various options related to appearance and personalization settings on your Windows 10 device.
Step 3: Select Taskbar
In the Personalization section, scroll down and click on “Taskbar.” This will open a new window with options to customize your taskbar.
Step 4: Turn Off News and Interests
In the Taskbar settings, scroll down until you find the “News and interests” section. By default, this feature is turned on, indicated by a toggle switch. Click on the toggle switch to turn it off, which will disable the News and Interests section on your taskbar.
Step 5: Confirm Changes
After turning off the News and Interests feature, you may need to restart your computer for the changes to take effect. Simply close the Settings app and restart your Windows 10 device.
Alternative Method: Use the Group Policy Editor
If you are using a Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise edition, you can also disable the News and Interests feature using the Group Policy Editor. Here’s how:
1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type “gpedit.msc” and press Enter to open the Group Policy Editor.
3. Navigate to “User Configuration” > “Administrative Templates” > “Start Menu and Taskbar.”
4. In the right-hand pane, double-click on “Disable News and Interests.”
5. Select “Enabled” and click “Apply” to disable the feature.
By following these steps, you can easily disable the News and Interests feature on your Windows 10 device and have a cleaner, more focused taskbar experience.
