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How to Add Stock Ticker to Windows 11 Taskbar

Windows 11 has introduced various new features and customization options, including a stock ticker to the taskbar. This feature lets users stay updated on the latest stock market trends and monitor their favorite stocks without opening a separate app or browser tab.

Steps

To add a stock ticker to the taskbar in Windows 11, right-click on an empty space on the taskbar and select “Taskbar Settings.”

Then, toggle on the Widgets in the Taskbar items.

Add Stock Ticker

To add a stock ticker to your taskbar in Windows 11, you can add or pin the
Add Watchlist to the widget section. This widget provides real-time stock updates and gives you an overview of your stocks and indexes.

You can open the widgets board by pressing the Windows logo key + W or selecting the Widgets icon on the taskbar.

You can add the widget to your board by opening the widgets board, selecting your avatar, and then selecting the plus sign ( + ) next to the widget under Add widget.

This will add a stock ticker to the taskbar. You can customize which stocks you want to track and view real-time updates on their performance.

To add stocks to the Watchlist, click the three dots ( … ) and choose the Customize widget option.
Search for the stock name and click the ( + ) button.

In the above example, the user tracks the following company stocks:

Alphabet
Gen Digital
Meta
Microsoft
Nvidia
US Oil

Having a stock ticker on the taskbar can be especially useful for users who are actively investing in the stock market or simply want to stay informed about the latest financial news. It provides a convenient way to monitor stock prices and market trends without interrupting their workflow.

Markets Watch

In addition to stock tickers, Windows 11 offers a range of other widgets and customization options for the taskbar, allowing users to personalize their desktop experience according to their preferences.

Adding a Stock ticker to the taskbar is a useful feature that can help users stay informed about the stock market and track their investments more efficiently. With just a few simple clicks, users can customize their taskbar to display real-time updates on their favorite stocks, providing a seamless and convenient way to stay on top of the latest financial news.