This tutorial will show you how to enable or disable hide flashing on taskbar apps by default whenever you start a focus session for your account in Windows 11.
Focus is a Windows feature designed to help you stay on task by minimizing distractions. Whether you're working on an important project, studying for an exam, or simply need some uninterrupted time, Focus can help you maintain your concentration and productivity.
The icon of an app or service will flash orange/red with animation on the taskbar when attention is needed for it. By default, the app icon on the taskbar will flash 7 times with an orange/red color, then stay highlighted to get your attention to click/tap on or open.
When you start a focus session, flashing of the apps on the taskbar are temporarily turned off by default.
Reference:
Focus: Stay on Task Without Distractions in Windows - Microsoft Support
Learn how to use and configure Focus in Windows.
support.microsoft.com
EXAMPLE: Flashing app icon on taskbar
Here's How:
1 Open Settings (Win+I).
2 Click/tap on System on the left side, and click/tap on Focus on the right side. (see screenshot below)
3 Check (on - default) or uncheck (off) Hide flashing on taskbar apps for what you want. (see screenshot below)
This setting will be grayed out if you are currently in a focus session.
4 You can now close Settings if you like.
That's it,
Shawn Brink
