- The taskbar calendar retrieves an Agenda view with upcoming events.
- There will be quick access to join meetings and interact with Microsoft 365 Copilot.
- Progressive rollout starting in December, also in Spain and Europe.
- It is not confirmed that a new event can be added from the dropdown menu.
After months of requests from users, Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 taskbar calendar It will again display the agenda with upcoming eventsThis was something that had been missing since the jump from Windows 10. The company unveiled it at its latest major developer conference, along with other new AI features for the system.
The change will begin to arrive in December through a windows 11 updatewith a typical phased rollout. It is expected to be activated progressively in different regions. including Spain and the rest of Europe, during the following weeks.
What's changing in the taskbar calendar
The panel that appears when you press the date and time in the right corner of the taskbar regains its Agenda viewFrom now on, instead of a flat calendar, users will see their upcoming events at a glance. without needing to open any additional app.
In addition to listing appointments and reminders, the new design incorporates action buttons to quickly join meetings and options connected with Microsoft 365 CopilotAll of this is integrated into the same area where the clock, calendar, and... Notification Centerfacilitating a more agile consultation.
One important point is that, for now, The presence of a button to create events is not guaranteed. directly from that drop-down menu. The demonstrations shown suggest extra controls, but Microsoft has not yet officially confirmed the ability to add new entries from there.
Context: Windows 10 to Windows 11
In Windows 10, it was common to open the date and time dropdown menu to check the schedule and even manage eventsWith the initial release of Windows 11, that integration disappeared, leaving only a basic calendar, which prompted part of the community to use third-party alternatives to recover lost productivity.
With Windows 10 now out of general support and the focus on the current version, Microsoft is reintroducing requested features in the taskbar and Start menu. This return of the Agenda view fits with that effort to balance AI news and the practical details of everyday life.
Availability and how to check for updates in Spain and Europe
The company indicated that the The rollout will begin in December and It will be extended graduallyDepending on the channel and region, it may take a few days to activate for all devices. It will likely arrive via a cumulative update for Windows 11 and will be enabled on the server side when it's ready.
To check if it's already available, simply open Settings > Windows Update and click on "Check for updates"If your device is up to date and it still doesn't appear, it will most likely be activated later. without the need for additional steps, as is usually the case with these staggered releases.
What you can do from the new view
- Check out upcoming events in chronological order from the calendar's own dropdown menu.
- Access quick controls to join scheduled meetings at your appointments.
- Interact with Microsoft 365 Copilot from the calendar for tasks related to your schedule.
- View key information without opening other applications, gaining agility on the desk.
Although the update significantly improves calendar consultation, There is no official confirmation of a button to create new events. from the menu itself. In that case, those who need to add an appointment will have to continue using the corresponding application (such as Outlook or Calendar) until Microsoft expands the options.
Impact on daily use and in professional environments
For those who work with meetings and tight deadlines, this new feature reduces friction: See what's important without switching windows Save time throughout the day. In offices and remote work environments, integrating meeting access and Copilot can provide an extra boost in efficiency. without complicating the interface.
With this update, Windows 11 brings back a feature that many considered essential., while also updating it with useful shortcuts and anchoring to the Microsoft 365 ecosystemThe rollout will begin in December and will be phased in; if it doesn't appear the first time, it's normal that It will be automatically activated in the following weeks in Spain and the rest of Europe.
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