Second taskbar to my Windows PC
Windowsill is a free tool that adds a second, customizable taskbar to the top of your Windows screen, offering quick access to apps, shortcuts, and system trays without replacing the default taskbar.
Background
- Windowsill is a free, open-source utility that adds a second taskbar to a Windows PC, typically placed at the top of the screen. Unlike the native Windows taskbar (which is locked to the bottom by default), this second bar can show shortcuts, running apps, or system widgets independently from the primary taskbar.
- The tool is designed for users who want extra screen real estate for multitasking, similar to having a "dock" like macOS users get with third-party apps such as uBar or RocketDock. It doesn't replace the built-in taskbar — it supplements it.
- While Microsoft has offered some taskbar customization (like hiding it or moving it to other edges), Windows 10 and 11 have removed the ability to have taskbars on multiple monitors or a second persistent bar. Windowsill fills that gap for power users who miss features from older Windows versions or third-party shells like Stardock's Start11 or ObjectDock.
- This matters because many productivity-focused Windows users feel the default taskbar is inflexible; a second taskbar lets them separate system tray functions from app launching, or keep a dedicated bar for pinned tools on a second monitor.