Skype / MSN ...get off my task bar!


  1. 7leagueboot
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    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
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    Skype / MSN ...get off my task bar!


    Hi,
    I have just changed my previous Vista based laptop for a new one with Win 7 Ultimate. On my previous machine both MSN (Windows Live Messenger) and Skype's icons were tidily hidden in the system tray and only appeared on the taskbar once I wanted them to.

    In Windows 7 they both appear on the task bar taking up valuable real estate. I can't get rid of either of them unless I close the programs and that's not an option. Skype does have its icon in the hidden system tray also but MSN doesn't even appear there. Having searched all available options I am unable to find a way to get them off the task bar and into the systray only.

    Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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  3. Kari
    Posts : 17,545
    Windows 10 Pro x64 EN-GB
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    Hello 7leagueboot, welcome to the Seven Forums.

    For Messenger, read this: Windows Live Messenger - Taskbar or Notification Icon

    For Skype, it's here:

    Skype / MSN ...get off my task bar!-skype_taskbar.png

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  4. 7leagueboot
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    Thank you very much Kari. You have resolved this issue for me. :)
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  6. Kari
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    You are welcome. My bill is already in post. Cash only
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  7. 7leagueboot
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    Isn't it illegal to send cash by post?
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  8. Kari
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    I'm not telling if you are not! Besides, you can send it in several letters, with different sender names, only hundred or so euros in every letter, so even if the authorities find one or two, I still get most of my money :)
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  10. 7leagueboot
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    Now that's a good idea! Why didn't YOU think of something like that?
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  11. Kari
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