However, Windows 10 includes an option to disable the open on hover feature, or you can even disable the news widget entirely. In this guide, you will learn the steps to prevent the news and interests widget from opening on mouse hover. In addition, we will look into the steps to enable the option again.

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Disable taskbar news and interests open on hover

Use the following steps to disable open on hover for news and interests: Once you complete the steps, the widget will no longer open when accidentally hovering over the weather icon. Disable open on hover

Enable taskbar news and interests open on hover

Use the following steps to enable news and interests to open on hover: After you complete the steps, the widget will open as you hover over the weather icon with the mouse cursor. Enable open on hover

Disable news and interests open on hover using Registry

To disable the widget open on hover with the Registry, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the widget’s open on hover will be disabled on your computer. Registry enable open on hover taskbar feeds

Enable taskbar news and interests open on hover using Registry

To allow the taskbar widget to open on mouse hover, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the news and interests widget will open automatically as you hover over the weather icon in the taskbar. Registry disable open on hover taskbar feeds The news and interests widget was originally planned for version 21H2, but Microsoft is releasing it earlier starting with Windows 10 21H1 (build 19043.962). All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.