The notification area customization dialog allows for 3 options per icon:
Only show notifications
Show icon and notifications
Hide icon and notifications
What about the fourth option?
4. Show icon and HIDE NOTIFICATIONS
How to Hide or Show Desktop Icons in Windows 7 and Windows 8
This will show you how to easily hide or show all icons (ex: files, folders, shortcuts) on your desktop in Windows 7 and Windows 8.
Hide or Show Desktop Icons using the Desktop Context Menu
1. Right click or press and hold...
How to Hide or Show System Icons and Notifications in Windows 7 and Windows 8
The notification area is a part of the taskbar that provides a temporary source for notifications and status. It can also be used to display icons for system and program features that are not on the desktop. The...
I'm having some issues where the taskbar in Windows 7 occasionally is getting in the way while using Google Chrome. Is there a way to quickly hide it .. hit my desired button .. then turn the taskbar back on without moving it or using the auto hide feature?
Thank You