One of the coolest things about the taskbar is that you can customize it to your heart's content. Want to add your favorite games to the taskbar? Easy peasy! Just long press on the game icon and select "Add to taskbar". You can even reorder the apps to put your favorites front and center.
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The taskbar also gives you quick access to settings, like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It's like having a secret menu that only you know about! And, with the search function, you can quickly find what you're looking for without having to navigate through menus.