Apps Open Widgets in Windows 11

This tutorial will show you different ways to open Widgets in Windows 11.

Widgets in Windows are interactive elements that display dynamic content and provide quick access to various apps and features. You can view your location's current weather conditions directly on the taskbar and hover over the icon to see concise, scannable information on topics like sports, stocks, local news, and breaking headlines. Widgets are designed to help you staying informed and organized by presenting personalized information at a glance.

Widgets are displayed on the Widgets board, which contains a collection of cards, each representing a widget with relevant information and actions related to an app. On the Widgets board you can discover, pin, unpin, arrange, resize, and customize widgets to reflect your interests.

Updated content will appear in your news feed when there is new content to show that meets your personalization settings. Your news feed learns about you over time, so you might not always see changes right away. Signing in to Windows 11 and Microsoft Edge with the same Microsoft account will help ensure your news feed personalization is available across Widgets, apps, and devices.

Widgets are not intended to replace full applications but provide a convenient way to access important information and perform quick actions without launching the associated app or website. They are refreshed dynamically throughout the day to keep the content current and relevant.

Starting with Windows 11 build 26100.7922 (24H2) and 26200.9822 (25H2), and build 2800.1764 (26H1), Widget Settings now opens as a full‑page experience in the Widgets app instead of opening in a dialog.

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EXAMPLE: Widgets







1 Press the Win + W keys.





1 Click/tap on or hover over the Widgets icon on the taskbar.







1 Swipe with one finger in from the left side edge of your touch screen.




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Shawn Brink