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Enabling them bears some consequences, though.
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Published onJuly 31, 2024
published onJuly 31, 2024
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Have you ever noticedthe clock on your Windows 11 taskbar and thought, “It would be nice if I could see the seconds, too?” If so, Microsoft has heard you. They have made a small change thathas sparked quite some conversation.
Not going too far into the registry or dealing with a bunch of settings, getting this ticking second feature is quite simple now due to an update that has been made.
But there’s one thing: they have changed where you find them. Now, go to Settings > Time & Language > Time & date, and you can enable ticking seconds there. That makes sense.
Microsoft didn’t make a big deal out of it. They put the updatein Windows 11 Insider Preview build notes. This method might appear a little sneaky to those who prefer straightforward everything, but don’t worry; it’s still available and more accessible to locate. Here’s whatMicrosoft has to say:
[ADDED 7/29]The setting to show seconds in the system tray clock has moved to Settings > Time & language > Time & date under “Show time and date in the system tray”.
Nevertheless, you should know that activating those seconds on your Windows 11 taskbar could slightly reduce your battery power. It’s a 1.9% decrease from a tiny test one year ago. It’s not too concerning, but it’s good to remember.
In other news, Microsoft is working to make Windows 11 easy for users. The Settings application now includes choicesto turn off mouse accelerationand modify scroll direction. Users will no longer need to explore the system’s hidden parts to adjust these settings.
More about the topics:Windows 11,Windows Update
Flavius Floare
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Flavius is a writer and a media content producer with a particular interest in technology, gaming, media, film and storytelling.
He’s always curious and ready to take on everything new in the tech world, covering Microsoft’s products on a daily basis. The passion for gaming and hardware feeds his journalistic approach, making him a great researcher and news writer that’s always ready to bring you the bleeding edge!
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Flavius is a writer and a media content producer with a particular interest in technology, gaming, media, film and storytelling.
