On Windows 11, the quick settings panel lets you toggle various system functions such as WiFi, Bluetooth, Accessibility, Night Light, Mobile Hotspot, and more. To open the quick settings panel, all you have to do is click the “Network” or “Volume” icon on the taskbar or press the “Windows key + A” shortcut.
By default, the Quick Settings panel is arranged based on Microsoft’s recommendations for commonly used features. However, you can easily customize it to better suit your needs. This includes rearranging the tiles, adding new options, or removing unnecessary ones for a cleaner interface.
In this straightforward tutorial, I will walk you through the steps to add, remove, and rearrange tiles in the Quick Settings panel on Windows 11. Let’s get started.
Rearrange Quick Settings Buttons in Windows 11 (v24H2 or Later)
Starting with Windows 11 Version 24H2, Microsoft introduced a scrollable Quick Settings panel. This change removed the ability to add or remove buttons but still allows you to rearrange them. That way, you can place the ones you use the most at the top.
To rearrange buttons/tiles in the Quick Settings panel:
- Open the quick settings panel by pressing the Windows key + A shortcut or clicking the Network or Volume icon on the taskbar.
- Click and hold the button you want to move, then drag it to the position where you want to place it.
- Repeat the process for other buttons as needed.
That is all. It is that simple to rearrange the tiles or buttons in the quick settings panel.
Add or Remove Quick Settings Buttons in Windows 11 (Version 23H2 or Earlier)
- Click the Network or Volume icon to open the Quick Settings panel.
- Click the “Edit” icon at the bottom.
- To add a new button or title, click the “Add” option.
- Select the tile/button you want to add.
- Click the “Unpin” icon on top of the respective button/tile to remove.
- Click the “Done” button to save the changes.
Detailed Steps (With Screenshots)
First, open the Quick Settings panel by clicking the “Network” or “Volume” icon on the taskbar. Next, click the “Edit” icon at the bottom to enter the Edit mode.
To add a button, click the “Add” button in the Quick Settings panel.
Next, select the button/tile you want to add. The available buttons will be different depending on your system. For example, if you are on a desktop, you might see the “Rotation lock” option.
As soon as you select the button, it is added to the Quick Settings panel and you will see it in the Quick Settings panel.
To remove a button, click on the “Unpin” icon on top of the respective button or tile.
Once you are satisfied with the buttons/tiles, click the “Done” button to save the changes.
You can see the changes immediately in the Quick Settings panel.
Wrapping Up — Managing Quick Settings Buttons/Tiles on Windows 11
In conclusion, whether you’re adding, removing, or rearranging, it’s easy to customize the panel to your specific needs. However, keep in mind that starting with Windows 11 v24H2, Microsoft redesigned the quick settings panel to be scrollable and you can only rearrange the titles/buttons. For those using older versions (v23H2 or earlier), you can still remove unwanted tiles for a cleaner interface.
If you have any questions or need help, comment below. I’ll be happy to assist.
