Fix: Windows 11 WiFi Icon Missing

Jul. 19, 2022 / Updated by Vivi to Windows 11

Recently, many people find WiFi icon missing or not showing up in the taskbar on Windows 11 pc. The Windows WiFi icon missing issue can be caused by many factors. But don't worry too much. It is not so difficult to solve. This article will introduce 7 solutions to help you fix the Windows 11 WiFi icon missing error.

Contents:

Solution 1. Update the WiFi driver

Solution 2. Run the Network Troubleshooter

Solution 3. Check the WiFi adapter

Solution 4. Check the WiFi service

Solution 5. Reset the network settings

Solution 6. Adjust the WiFi Adapter Properties

Solution 7. Enable the WiFi icon in Group Policy Editor

Solution 1. Update the WiFi driver

A corrupted or outdated WiFi driver can cause many network connection problems, including the WiFi icon disappearing in Windows 11. So, you should update your WiFi driver when you encounter the Windows 11 WiFi missing error. To do so, download Driver Talent, activate Pro version, and then follow the steps below to update your Windows 11 WiFi drivers.

Step 1. Click Scan to check all drivers on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 2. Click Update to get new WiFi drivers.

You can also click Install All to update all drivers.

Step 3. Reboot your PC.

Solution 2. Run the Network Troubleshooter

Many people fix the Win 11 WiFi connection problems by running the in-built Network Troubleshooter in Windows.

Step 1. Click on the Start button, type settings, and then click Settings.

Step 2. Choose System, click on Troubleshoot, and then select Other troubleshooters.

Step 3. Click on Network Adapter under Other, and then click on Run.

After that, Windows will start to find and fix the network problems for you. Give it some time, and check to see if it helps. If the Windows 11 WiFi icon disappearing issue still occurs, try next solution.

Solution 3. Check the WiFi adapter

You have to make sure that your WiFi adapter has been turned on. Otherwise the WiFi icon will not show up in the taskbar in Windows 11. So, follow the instructions to check if the WiFi adapter is enabled.

Step 1. Press Windows and I altogether on your keyboard to open Windows Settings.

Step 2. Select Network & Internet.

Step 3. Scroll down to find Advanced network settings, and click on it.

Step 4. Select More network adapter options under the Related settings section.

Step 5. Find the name of your WiFi adapter, right-click on it, and select Enable.

Now restart your computer and check if the Windows 11 WiFi icon not showing up issue is sloved or not.

Solution 4. Check the WiFi service

In some cases, the WiFi service may be turned off accidentally, which leads to the WiFi disappearing. Thus, try to check the WiFi service and see if it is turned off when you have WiFi icon missing problem on your Windows 11 PC.

Step 1. Open the Start menu, type Services, and then select Services.

Step 2. Find WLAN AutoConfig, and right-click on it.

Step 3. Under General, find Service status, and click on the Start button.

Step 4. Click on Startup Type, and then select Automatic.

Step 5. Click on the Apply button, and then click on OK.

Step 6. Restart your PC.

Solution 5. Reset the network settings

Step 1. Press Windows and I altogether on your keyboard to open Windows Settings.

Step 2. Select Network & Internet.

Step 3. Scroll down to find Advanced network settings, and click on it.

Step 4. Under More Settings section, find Network reset, and click on the Reset now button.

Step 5. Restart your PC.

Solution 6. Adjust the WiFi Adapter Properties

Sometimes, the device manager of your computer may turn off the device to save power. This is one of the reasons why you don't see the WiFi icon in the taskbar on your Windows 11 PC. In this case, you can try to turn off this feature.

Step 1. Press Windows and R altogether on your keyboard to open the Run box.

Step 2. In the Run box, type devmgmt.msc, and click OK to open Device Manager.

Step 3. Select Network Adapters, and then right-click on WiFi.

Step 4. Select Properties, and then click Power Management.

Step 5. Uncheck the box before Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.

Then restart your computer and check to see if it the Windows 11 WiFi icon missing error is fixed.

Solution 7. Enable the WiFi icon in Group Policy Editor

Group Policy Editor allows users to enable or disable the network icon. So, check this feature and make sure that the WiFi icon in your Windows 11 has been enabled.

Step 1. Press Windows and R altogether on your keyboard to open the Run box.

Step 2. In the Run box, type gpedit.msc, and click on OK to open Group Policy Editor.

Step 3. In the left-hand panel, select User Configuration.

Step 4. Go to Administrative Templates, and click on Start Menu and Taskbar.

Step 5. At the right side, find Remove the networking icon, and then double-click on it.

Step 6. Select Disabled, and then click on OK.

Hope the 7 solutions above can help you fix the WiFi icon missing in Windows 11. If you still have any other questions, please leave a message in the comment secton below.

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