Changing Windows 7 Taskbar to Look Like Vista

Windows 7 sure has a lot of great features, but you know what they say about old habits. Most of us are used to the thin taskbar that has been around since windows 95. Even though it looks cool when windows 7 first debuted with an icon only taskbar with stacking, in actual practice, it's not that handy. Function always trumps form, especially when you're considering an operating system, where users need to get things done quickly.

Here's how to get the thin taskbar back. Right click on an empty patch of your taskbar and click properties.


On the screen, click use small icons. Also, if you would rather the programs not collapse into each other, set the taskbar buttons value to "never combine".

Here's the finished taskbar.