How to Enable or Disable “Always on Top” for Task Manager in Windows 11 Control the way you open and see your Task Manager. Here’s how you can enable or disable the “Always on top” option in Task Manager. Before we begin, be sure to subscribe to NinjaOne’s IT Video Hub and our YouTube channel for more tech content like this. Why Use the Task Manager “Always on Top” Feature As some users may already know, the Task Manager is most helpful when they want to close or stop an application that has frozen or isn’t responding. With the “Always on top” feature enabled, Task Manager stays in front of other windows and applications, making it easier to monitor or end tasks. However, some may find this feature unnecessary, and at times, it can even add to the visual clutter on the desktop. Fortunately, adjusting this option can be done easily and does not require administrator privileges. How to Configure “Always on Top” on Task Manager Method 1 - Task Manager Right-click the Taskbar and select Task Manager. Click the Settings icon, located in the bottom left corner. Then, under Window Management in the General section, check or uncheck “Always on top.” Method 2 - Taskbar Notification Area You can also enable or disable this feature from the taskbar notification area. Once you open Task Manager, simply right-click on the Task Manager icon in the taskbar notification area and select “Always on top” to toggle it on or off. By enabling or disabling this Task Manager feature, closing a non-responsive application becomes easier. For more information, check out our official blog post on How to Disable Always on Top for Task Manager in Windows 11, linked in the description below.