How to remove mail icon from windows 10

The pesky Mail icon! Removing it from Windows 10 can be a bit tricky, but I've got you covered. Here are a few methods to help you get rid of it:

Method 1: Using the Taskbar Settings

  1. Right-click on an empty area of the taskbar.
  2. Click on "Taskbar settings" from the context menu.
  3. In the Taskbar settings window, scroll down to the "Notification area" section.
  4. Click on the "Select which icons appear on the taskbar" link.
  5. In the "Notification area" window, toggle off the switch next to "Mail" to remove it from the taskbar.

Method 2: Using the Notification Area Icon Settings

  1. Right-click on the Mail icon in the notification area (system tray).
  2. Click on "Customize" from the context menu.
  3. In the "Notification Area Icons" window, toggle off the switch next to "Mail" to remove it from the notification area.

Method 3: Using the Registry Editor (Advanced Users Only)

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
  3. Navigate to the following key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced
  4. Look for the "ShowIcons" value and double-click on it.
  5. Change the value from 1 to 0 to remove the Mail icon from the taskbar.
  6. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

Method 4: Using a Third-Party Tool (Optional)

If the above methods don't work for you, you can try using a third-party tool like CCleaner or Glary Utilities to remove the Mail icon. These tools can help you clean up unnecessary icons and settings on your Windows 10 system.

Remember to be cautious when using third-party tools, as they may have unintended consequences on your system.

I hope one of these methods helps you remove the Mail icon from your Windows 10 taskbar!