Simple Taskbar has released version 66, known as "Advanced Panel Customization," which introduces a variety of granular tweaks for GNOME Shell that enhance panel functionality without requiring a new GNOME Shell version. This update includes features such as customizable app grid layouts, configurable dock thickness, icon progress bars, and various improvements and bug fixes for existing functionalities. While the extension offers a wide range of customization options, users may face a steep learning curve due to the multitude of settings available. Simple Taskbar is free to download from GNOME Extensions or Extension Manager, and it does not collect any telemetry or run bundled programs, ensuring user privacy
Simple Taskbar 66 Advanced Panel Customization Extension Brings Deep GNOME Panel Tweaks
Simple Taskbar released version 66, codenamed "Advanced Panel Customization." Rather than a new GNOME Shell version, the "V66" tag marks the extension's own 66th major release, which still targets GNOME Shell 48 through 51. The update adds dozens of granular tweaks—like custom app-grid row and column counts, icon progress bars, configurable dock thickness, and pressure-based auto-hide reveal, alongside polish and bug fixes for tray, sleep, and secondary-monitor issues. It's free on GNOME Extensions or Extension Manager, though expect a steep learning curve given how many knobs it puts in your hands.
