Under "Choose your color," select Dark or Custom . If you choose Custom, ensure "Choose your default Windows mode" is set to Dark . Select Color: Pick a color from the list.

Windows 10 follows a similar path but allows for slightly more flexibility with the "Action Center".

Check the box that says Start, taskbar, and action center . 3. Going Beyond the Basics: Transparency and Effects

Disable transparency effects for a solid color (optional but recommended for exact matching).

: Click the Start icon and select Settings or press Win + I .

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