Windows 10 скорость загрузки в трее

Quick Answer

  • So this was a quick guide on how you can show internet upload and download speed in the taskbar on your Windows 10 computer.
  • However, there’s no such native option in Windows, and you’ll have to rely on third-party software to add a net speed monitor.
  • In this article, let’s see how you can show internet speed in the taskbar on Windows 10.

Showing internet speed on Android devices is quite easy. In fact, most manufacturers bundle it as a built-in feature. However, there’s no such native option in Windows, and you’ll have to rely on third-party software to add a net speed monitor. In this article, let’s see how you can show internet speed in the taskbar on Windows 10.

Show Internet Speed on Windows 10 Taskbar

Here, we’ll be using third-party software called NetSpeedMonitor to show internet speed in the taskbar. The tool will help you monitor your real upload and download speeds on your Windows computer.

Now, while it works without any hitches on older versions of Windows, Windows 10 users may find it tricky to install and set up the software. Below we’ve mentioned a step-by-step guide through which you can show internet speed on the taskbar using NetSpeedMonitor.

1] To start with, download NetSpeedMonitor from the link given below. The software is free to use and needs to be installed in compatibility mode on Windows 10.

NetSpeedMonitor 64-bit NetSpeedMonitor 32-bit

2] Once downloaded, click the setup and install it normally. If you’re on Windows 10, right-click the setup > Properties > Compatibility and tick the Compatibility mode for previous versions of Windows. Hit Apply to save changes.

Show Internet Speed on Windows 10 Taskbar

3] You can now double-click the setup file to install the software normally on Windows 10.

4] After you’ve installed the tool, right-click on the Windows toolbar, and select Toolbars from the available options.

How to Show Internet Speed on Windows 10 Taskbar

5] Click on NetSpeedMonitor to enable it. As you select it, your internet upload and download speed will automatically start showing in the taskbar at the bottom right.

NetSpeedMonitor Doesn’t Work?

As it was with my case, it’s likely that the NetSpeedMonitor will be stuck at zero and won’t display any speed, even if you’re connected to the internet. In that case, you can follow the easy fix below.

  1. Right-click on the NetSpeedMonitor meter at the toolbar.
  2. Select Configuration.
    NetSpeedMonitor not working Windows 10

  3. Once the configuration window opens, click the network interface drop-down menu and select a different interface to see if the meter starts working.
    NetSpeedMonitor not working

  4. If it doesn’t, try selecting another interface. Also, make sure that monitoring is enabled.

By default, NetSpeedMonitor shows speeds in kB/s (Kilobits per second). You can change it to KB/s or MB/s or the Bitrate of your choice through the given option. Also, you can turn on/ off the internet speed meter by double-clicking the same in the toolbar.

Wrapping Up

So this was a quick guide on how you can show internet upload and download speed in the taskbar on your Windows 10 computer. We’ve also mentioned a quick fix for NetSpeedMonitor not working issue. Do try it and let us know your experience in the comments below. Feel free to reach out in case of any related doubts or queries.

Also, read- How to Install macOS Dynamic Wallpapers on Windows 10

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[UPD 09.12.2021 / ДОБАВИЛ ИНФОРМАЦИЮ ДЛЯ WINDOWS 11]

Всем доброго времени суток! Совсем недавно “по заявкам зрителей” я написал небольшое руководство о мониторинге системы в играх… однако далеко не все играют, а вот компьютер без привычных нам сайтов и социальных сетей уже невозможно себе представить. Поэтому это будет небольшим приложением к прошлой заметке и сегодня рассмотрим как настроить виджет скорости интернета для Windows 10 в трее (панели задач).

Виджет скорости интернета для Windows 10

Вы можете подумать, что начало немного странное – суть посыла в потребности многих пользователей видеть перед собой информацию о скорости вашего интернет соединения в любой момент времени (как это удобно реализовано в стандартных настройках Android).

Во времена Windows 7 данный вопрос не был актуальным и особой потребности выводить “коннект” на видное место не имел практического смысла… все изменилось с приходом десятки. Спокойно себе работаешь и не понимаешь – чего это музыка заикаться стала? Открываешь диспетчер задач и видишь, что система обновляется и сожрала весь интернет канал (Windows 10 постоянно что-то подгружает и подкачивает в фоне, поэтому удобно расположить перед глазами компактный виджет с информацией о вашей скорости интернета)

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  1. Net Speed Monitor. Виджет скорости интернета для Windows 10
  2. Руководство по установке Net Speed Monitor
  3. Как отобразить скорость интернета в панели задач Windows 10
  4. Полезные советы по настройке индикации скорости интернета
  5. TrafficMonitor для Windows 11
  6. От автора

Net Speed Monitor. Виджет скорости интернета для Windows 10

Начиная с Windows 8 в диспетчере задач можно посмотреть текущую нагрузку на сетевой адаптер – это удобно и часто достаточно, но нас интересует отображение скорости интернет соединения перед глазами.

Загрузка сети в Windows 10 (стандартными средствами)

Протестировал несколько вариантов и остановился на Net Speed Monitor – приложение на русском, оно бесплатное и отлично работает на Windows 10 крайней версии (1909 на момент написания заметки). Однако утилитка давно не обновлялась и в процессе установки на свежую десятку есть некоторые нюансы.

Руководство по установке Net Speed Monitor

Утилита разрабатывалась под Windows 7, Windows Vista и для старушки Windows XP… и сразу вижу вопрос – чего ты там эту древность рекомендуешь?! На самом деле это один из лучших способов вывести скорость на панели рядом с часами (к тому же бесплатный).

Я всегда рекомендую загружать актуальные версии программ с официальных сайтов, однако на сайте разработчиков ничего интересного нет, программа сто лет не обновлялась, поэтому позволю себе (для вашего удобства) разместить файлы дистрибутива у себя на сервере.

https://www.itshneg.com/downloads/netspeedmonitor_2_5_4_0_x86_setup.msi

https://www.itshneg.com/downloads/netspeedmonitor_2_5_4_0_x64_setup.msi

Качаете установочный пакет необходимой разрядности (если сомневаетесь – загружайте x86) и при запуске сталкиваетесь с ошибкой…

Проблема совместимости Netspeedmonitor и Windows 10

Чуть выше я уже писал что Windows 10 еще был только в планах, когда разрабатывалась данная утилита. Следовательно нам необходимо поставить режим совместимости.

Кликните правой кнопкой мыши по загруженному файлу и в появившемся меню выберите пункт “Свойства”. Перейдите на вкладку “Совместимость” и в категории “Режим совместимости” выберите “Предыдущая версия Windows” (в какой версии Windows 10 успели убрать расширенные варианты совместимости со старыми редакциями?) и не забываем нажать кнопочку “Применить”

Режим совместимости с предыдущими версиями Windows для Netspeedmonitor

После применения параметров совместимости проблем с установкой программы не будет (во время установки инсталлятор не предлагал установить никакой сторонний софт, поэтому можете не беспокоиться что вместе с Net Speed Monitor) установиться в нагрузку что-то еще!

Как отобразить скорость интернета в панели задач Windows 10

Почему я решил написать данную заметку? Как видите есть некоторые нюансы с установкой… и после ее решения вы не найдете программу в списке установленных приложений! (на мой взгляд – это просто издевательство над неопытным пользователем).

Кликните правой кнопкой по панели задач Windows и в появившемся списке выберите “Панели” и активируйте пункт “NetSpeedMonitor”

Включаем отображение Netspeedmonitor на панели задач Windows 10

Вы попадете на экран приветствия (окно первичной настройки программы) где необходимо выбрать язык (само собой Русский) и вашу сетевую карту, для которой необходимо отображать скорость загрузки (обычно поставляется нужная) и жмем “Сохранить”.

Первый запуск программы и окно с настройками

Теперь на панели задач будут отображаться исходящая скорость (U:) и скорость закачки (D:) – как видите все просто и наглядно!

Так выглядит виджет скорости интернета в Netspeedmonitor

С развитием высокоскоростного интернета не совсем логично отображать в kbit/s – далее рассмотрим как поставить привычные всем мегабиты (или даже мегабайты).

Полезные советы по настройке индикации скорости интернета

Чтобы поменять вариант отображения виджета – кликаем по нему правой кнопкой мыши и выбираем пункт “Конфигурация”.

В строке “Размерность” ставим Mbit/s и радуемся привычному отображению (если хотите как в торрентах мегабайты а не мегабиты, то выбираем MB/s) и не забываем применить настройки.

Немного настроек для удобства использования программы

Я не спроста просил оставить настройки программы по умолчанию. Помимо отображения скорости у вас будет вестись статистика, где вы всегда можете посмотреть сколько трафика вы потратили в определенный день – это очень удобно для пользователей мобильного интернета на компьютере (а у нас в России я знаю таких очень много).

TrafficMonitor для Windows 11

После обновления до Windows 11 не обратил внимание, что виджет теперь не работает, да и в целом логика работы с панелью задач немного изменилась. В комментариях мне указали о невозможности использовать предложенную мной утилиту (да я и сам не нашел способ заставить ее работать на 11 винде). Предлагаю решение – TrafficMonitor. На мой взгляд – даже более функционально и отличный вариант для тех, кому необходим такой виджет с информацией о загрузке вашего интернет канала!

Скачать можно на GitHub (я рекомендую обычную zip версию – она не требует установки). Распакуйте в удобное для вас место и запускайте приложение. В стандартном виде это парящий виджет, который можно таскать куда угодно (а при наведении на него отобразится дополнительная информация).

Что на нужно? – Отображение информации в панели задач, поэтому кликаем правой кнопкой мыши по значку с программой и выбираем “Show Main Window” (к сожалению не умеет в русский язык). Тут же можно перейти в настройки или выбрать для отображения в панели необходимый сетевой интерфейс. В целом, все и так уже работает – стандартные настройки наверняка покроют потребность 99% пользователей.

Осталось только перейти в “General Settings” в “Options…” для автозапуска. Вам просто необходимо поставить галочку “Auto run when Windows starts” для автоматической загрузки виджета при включении компьютера.

Теперь у вас рабочий способ вывести виджет скорости сети для новейшей Windows 11! (Кстати, как она вам?!)

От автора

Жаль, конечно, что идея из Windows Vista так и не прижилась – панель с гаджетами была очень удобной и интересной… и виджет скорости интернета был очень полезен вместе с отображением загрузки процессора или оперативной памяти.

P.S. К сожалению скорость интернета зависит не только от вашего провайдера и на нее влияет много факторов. Устраивает ли вас ваш провайдер?! В последнее время все чаще слышу негатив в их сторону все зависимости от компании.

The upload and download speed of the internet has improved dramatically in the past few years. However, some of us still have internet troubles every day where the internet stops working or the speed of the connection is very poor. In such cases, we often wonder whether it’s the internet slow problem or any other thing. Fortunately, internet speed meter tools come in handy.

The tools show the latency, and download speed of your internet connection. With them, you can easily keep an eye on your internet speed and know when it drops.

In this article, we take a look at how to monitor your internet speed on your Windows PC. Read on!

Display Internet Speed Meter on Taskbar with NetSpeedMonitor

To view the internet speed on the taskbar of your Windows PC, you’ll need to download a software named NetSpeedMonitor. If you’re on Windows 10, your system will stop the installation with a message saying “Operating system not supported”. This is because the app was primarily designed to operate on Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista and Windows 2007.

However, that doesn’t mean it won’t work on your Windows 10 PC. For that, you’ll need to run the app in compatibility mode, which we’ve explained in detailed steps below.

Step 1: First and foremost, you need to download the app from this link (https://www.softpedia.com/get/Network-Tools/Bandwidth-Tools/NetSpeedMonitor.shtml). You’ll get two download options: x86 and x64. The former is for a 32-bit Windows system and the latter is for a 64-bit Windows system. Download the correct version as per the system type of your PC. 

Tip: If you don’t know your Windows system type, you can easily check it by opening ‘This PC’ folder on your Windows PC and right-clicking anywhere. Then select ‘Properties’ and check under ‘System’ type.

Step 2: Go to the folder where you’ve downloaded the app file. If your system is running Windows 7 or lower, the installation process will start normally. Anything above it will show the operating system not supported. Don’t worry. You can easily install it on Windows 8 or above by tweaking certain things.

Step 3: Right-click on the setup file (for example, netspeedmonitor_2_5_4_0x64_setup.msi) and go to Properties.

Step 4: Now Click on the Compatibility tab, and check the box in front of ‘Run this program in compatibility mode for’. The dropdown will show ‘Previous version of Windows’. Click on OK to save the changes. 

Step 5: After this, double click the setup file to start the installation process and follow the on-screen instructions to complete it.

Step 6: Note that you won’t be able to see the internet speed directly after installing the NetSpeedMonitor app. You’ll need to enable the program first.

Step 7: To enable the program, right-click anywhere on your taskbar and hit the Toolbars option. Then select NetSpeedMonitor. After enabling, you will see the upload and download speed on your taskbar.

Some NetSpeedMonitor Tips and tricks you should know

Here are some tips and tricks to make the most of the NetSpeedMonitor tool:

View data usage

Along with showing the current internet speed, the NetSpeedMonitor also allows users to track data usage. To view your data usage, right-click the NetSpeedMonitor meter on the taskbar and hit Data traffic.

Change speed unit

By default, NetSpeedMonitor indicates the internet data speed in Kilobits/second (Kbits/s). To change it to other metrics like Kilobytes/second (KB/s) or Megabits/second (Mbit/s), right-click on the NetSpeedMonitor on the taskbar and hit Configuration. Then choose the speed unit you like from the dropdown box available next to Bitrate.

Customize Tool Font

For users who like fiddling with fonts, NetSpeedMonitor allows them to customize the font style and size. For that, go to Configuration and then Layout. Here, you can choose the font as per your preferences.

Change double click action

By default, Double-clicking the NetSpeedMonitor tool on the taskbar allows users to enable and disable the monitoring. However, you can customize it and use it for action of your choice. To change it, go to Configuration and select the appropriate option that you want to assign to Double Click.

Export database

As NetSpeedMonitor records everyday data usage, it’s possible for users to export its database. For that, go to Configuration, then Database and then Export Wizard.

Display Internet Speed on the taskbar with DU Meter

Another great tool to display internet speed on the taskbar of your Windows PC is DU Meter. The tool is free to download and use for a period of 30 days. After this, you’ll need to purchase a license which is priced around $10.

Follow the below steps to show internet speed on your Windows PC taskbar:

Step 1: First and foremost, you need to download the DU Meter app (https://www.hageltech.com/dumeter/about). Then navigate to the download location of the app and click on the installer file to install it.

Step 2: Once installed, the app will open and show a message. Here click on the “Next” button to proceed. On this page, DU Meter will provide an insight into its interface and how the software works. The tool is compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. After going through the on-screen information, click on the “Next” to proceed.

Step 3: On the next page, you can set a data limit for your monthly usage. Once your internet usage passes the set limit, DU Meter will inform you. You can enter the limit here or opt to configure later in the app’s setting. After this, click on “Next” to proceed.

Step 4: Then a page will appear that details the steps to use DU Meter on multiple Windows PCs and generate a cumulative report. Click on “Skip” to proceed.

Step 5: Now, click on the “Finish” button to complete the setup process.

Step 6: Once you’re done with the setup process, a pop up asking you to enable the DU Meter toolbar on Taskbar will appear on your screen.

Step 7: After this, DU Meter will start tracking your internet usage and show the internet speed on the Windows Taskbar. Also, a floating graph showing additional information will be displayed in the taskbar.

For users who want more from the tool, they can click on the DU Meter window to reveal several options. Out of the three menus at the bottom (Network, LAN and Programs), the “Programs” menu will display the list of apps that are accessing the internet with the amount of data they’re consuming. This is a great feature for users who want to quickly find the app or software which is consuming the most amount of data.

Also, there’s a minimize and close buttons at the top. The former allows users to minimize the window to the top of their screen. This is a great way to check your internet speed without having to look at your taskbar.

If you don’t like the floating window, you can click on the “close” window to close it. You can open it again by opening the “System Tray” and clicking on the DU Meter app icon. Also, you can right-click on the “System Tray” icon to access other options like reports, administrator options, user options, and more things.

Using built-in speed checker in Windows

If you don’t want to download a third-party app to track your internet speed, you can use the network analyzer feature onWindows 10. Here are the steps to use it:

Step 1: First, you need to open Task Manager on your Windows 10 PC. For that, right-click on the Taskbar and select Task Manager.

Step 2: In the Task Manager, navigate to the Performance tab and click on Wi-Fi. Here, you can check your internet speed.

Step 3: After this, click on Options and select Always on Top.

Step 4: Right-click on Wi-Fi in the performance tab and choose Summary View.

Step 5: Now all you have to do is drag the window to the right of your favourite location and minimize it in such a way that only the Wi-Fi area is visible.

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Other Internet Speed Meter apps and sites for Windows PC

Network Speed Test

For users looking for a simple speed meter app, the Network Speed Test app would be a great choice. You just have to launch the app once it is installed and click on the Start button to see your network latency along with download and upload speed.

The app also comes with a history table on the right that allows you to see the results of your previous tests. Moreover, the app has labels next to certain speed values. Labels like high-quality video, video calls will indicate what kind of activity your internet connection can handle.

Pros:

  • Simple and easy to use interface
  • Offers speed test history

Cons:

  • Can’t change the testing server
  • No taskbar icon or widget

Speedtest by OOKLA

The popular speed test website speedtest.net has a dedicated app to monitor internet speed on Windows 10. The app comes with a simple interface and is quite easy to use. Once you’ve installed it on your system, click on the Go button to start the speed test. The result will show your Internet Service Provider (ISP) name and the download and upload speed of your internet connection.

As you might guess, the app also records the result history. To view that, all you have to do is click on the settings icon at the top. One of the best parts of using this tool is that the app data size resizes itself when you change its size.

Pros:

  • Shows history
  • Works well with Windows 10

Cons:

  • No widget or taskbar icon
  • Doesn’t lists the app using data

SpeedConnect Connection Tester

SpeedConnect Connection Tester is another great Windows app that allows users to test their internet speed with just a single click. After installing this tool, all you have to do is click Run New Test Button and you’ll be able to see your download and upload speed in real-time.   

The tool seems to download a specific file in the background and uses it to test the speed of your internet connection. If you want, you can change the Test Server URL and set a different file to be used for testing your internet speed. In addition to speed and latency, the app also shows other information like the duration of your speed test and the file size.

Speed Checker

Speed Checker is a universal app that comes with a decent interface and allows you to quickly test the speed of your internet connection. Like other internet speed meter tools, it shows all the relevant information such as latency, download speed and upload speed.

There are several servers available for speed testing on the Speed Checker app, but you can’t change the servers manually in the Free version. Note that the app also features ads and you’ll need to purchase a premium version to remove them.

SpeedSmart

SpeedSmart is an HTML5 Internet speed tool that offers all the relevant information such as download and upload speed, as well as your ping information. For users who want to optimize their connection for gaming, SpeedSmart offers a series of advanced settings that allows you to get the best of your internet connection. Also, it’s possible to keep a track of your internet connection thanks to the detailed SpeedSmart’s history list, chart and stats tools.

SpeedSmart has all the necessary internet speed test features, so it’s used by millions of users across the globe. If you don’t want to use the web service, you can also download the SpeedSmart Windows 10 app.

SpeedOf.Me

SpeedOf.Me is a web service that allows users to test the speed of their internet connection. The service doesn’t require Flash or Java to be installed on the PC, which can be a great thing for many users.

The testing process will offer a live chart that shows the download and upload speed. Also, the tool will show your latency and you can export your testing results as an image, PDF or CSV file. The only flaw with this tool is the lack of ability to choose a testing server, meaning you’ll always be using the server for testing.

Bandwidth Palace

Bandwidth Palace is another web service that allows users to test their internet speed. With the tool, you have the option to choose several different tools for testing. All the relevant information, such as latency, upload and download speed are shown during the test.

Bandwidth Palace uses HTML5 for testing, which means that it will work on any Windows browser. Also, you can easily share a link of your results after testing.

Fast Internet Speed Test

This is another universal app that allows users to test their internet speed. As soon as you start the app, you can see your download speed in real-time.

Note that information such as upload speed or latency is not available. Also, there’s no option to choose the server. So, if you’re looking for a simple app with limited functionality, Fast Internet Speed Test might cater to you.

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Do you want to monitor how your internet speed fluctuates over time? Displaying upload and download speeds on the taskbar is an easy way to track your internet quality. Unfortunately, Windows does not offer a native way to display internet speed on the taskbar, but we can use third-party apps instead.

Below, we’ll show you how to display internet speed on your taskbar using TrafficMonitor, one of many tools available for this purpose.

How to Display Internet Speed on the Taskbar on Windows

To display internet speed on your taskbar on Windows, follow these steps:

  1. Go to MajorGeek’s official website to download TrafficMonitor.
  2. Extract the downloaded folder (check out different ways to extract ZIP files on Windows), and you’ll see an executable file for running the tool, so you don’t have to install the tool.
  3. Click the Yes button in the UAC window.
  4. Initially, the app’s main window will display your internet’s download and upload speed.
  5. To display these numbers on your taskbar, right-click on the tool’s main window and select Show Taskbar Window.

    Click on the Show Taskbar Window Option to Display the Internet Speed on the Taskbar in Windows

  6. Once the internet speed appears on the taskbar, right-click the main or taskbar window and uncheck Show Main Window. This will hide the main window of the tool.

    Uncheck the Option for Show Main Window in the Traffic Monitor's Internet Speed Display on the Taskbar

That’s how TrafficMonitor displays internet speed on the taskbar. The tool lets you choose the network connection you want to monitor and change the display’s font, font size, background color, and display unit, among other options. Depending on your preferences, you can change the display settings in the Option Settings window.

Change the Traffic Monitor's Display Settings in the Option Settings

Keep Your Internet Speed in Check on Windows

The TrafficMonitor tool makes tracking and displaying the internet speed on the taskbar super easy. By now, you should have a better understanding of how to set up the tool and customize its display. With TrafficMonitor, you can quickly check whether your internet is stable or needs immediate attention.

Quick Tips

  • NetSpeedMonitor is an app that allows you to display your internet speed in the taskbar on Windows.
  • You can use the real-time speed monitor to check your download speeds and verify if your internet connection is functioning.

Download Internet Speed Meter for Windows for Real-Time Monitoring

To show internet speed in the taskbar on Windows, you will have to download a dedicated app known as NetSpeedMonitor.

The app was primarily designed to run on Windows Vista, XP, and 7. However, that doesn’t mean it won’t work on Windows 8 and above. However, you must run the installer in Compatibility mode. Don’t worry. We have mentioned the steps in detail. Follow along.

Step 1: Download NetSpeedMonitor.

Note: You will see two download options: x86 and x64. The first one is for 32-bit Windows systems and the second one is for 64-bit. Click on the desired option and save the file on your computer.

Select one download option - x86 and x64

Step 2: Navigate to the folder where you downloaded the file.

If you are running Windows version below Windows 8, installation should start normally. Anything above it will throw an error that the operating system isn’t supported. Don’t worry. It’s time to tweak certain things.

Step 3: Right-click on the setup file and go to Properties.

Right-click on the setup file and go to Properties.

Step 3: Click on the Compatibility tab. Here, check the box next to Run this program in compatibility mode for:. The drop-down should show Previous version of Windows.

Step 4: Click on Apply followed by OK to save the changes.

Click on Apply followed by OK

Step 5: Now, double-click the setup file to begin the installation and follow the on-screen instructions during the installation process.

Once installed, you will have to enable the program.

Step 6: Right-click anywhere on your taskbar and hit the Toolbars option. Here select NetSpeedMonitor.

Right-click on taskbar. Now, go to Toolbars. Select NetSpeedMonitor

As soon as you enable it, you will see the upload and download speed on the taskbar.

Upload and download speed on Windows taskbar

Why Is NetSpeedMonitor Not Working

In case the visible download speeds are stuck at zero, here’s how to fix it.

Step 1: Right-click the network speed monitor in the taskbar and select Configuration.

Right-click network speed monitor and select Configuration

Step 2: In the NetSpeedMonitor window, change the Network interface to a different one and click OK.

The meter should be working now. If it’s still not working, repeat the process with other interfaces to find the one that works.

Change the Network interface and click OK

Tips and Tricks for Network Speed Monitor on Windows

Here are some useful tips and tricks to make the best use of the internet speed monitoring tool on your Windows computer.

1. Change the Speed Unit

By default, the NetSpeedMonitor tool shows speed in kilobits/second (Kbit/s), which might look a bit weird for normal usage. To make it readable, we suggest changing it to kilobytes/second (KB/s), Megabits/second (Mbit/s), or any other metric that you like.

Fun Fact: The Internet and download speed are two different things.

To change the speed metric, right-click on the NetSpeedMonitor on the taskbar and select Configuration. Choose the speed unit from the drop-down menu next to Bitrate.

Choose the speed unit

2. View Data Usage

The NetSpeedMonitor tool not only shows the current internet speed but you can also use it to track your data usage. For that, right-click the NetSpeedMonitor meter on the taskbar and hit Data Traffic.

3. Change the Double Click Action

Double-clicking the NetSpeedMonitor tool on the taskbar is used to enable and disable the monitoring, by default. However, you can customize it and use it for an action of your choice. We have set it to open the data traffic window.

To change it, right-click the NetSpeedMonitor meter on the taskbar, go to Configuration, and choose the appropriate option for Double Click.

4. Customize Tool Font

If you like tinkering with fonts, the app lets you customize the font style and size. For that, right-click the NetSpeedMonitor meter on the taskbar > go to Configuration > Layout. Here, change the font.

Go to Layout and change the font

Further, you can also customize the initials shown for upload and download speed in Layout.

customize initials for download and upload speeds

5. Export Database

Since the tool records everyday data usage, you can export its database too. This is handy if you wish to get an overview of your data usage or speed patterns. To do so, right-click the NetSpeedMonitor meter on the taskbar > go to Configuration > Database > Export Wizard.

Go to Database and select Export Wizard

FAQs for Displaying Internet Speed on Taskbar in Windows

1. Does the network speed monitor show accurate speeds?

Yes, the NetSpeedMonitor app displays your network speed in real time by connecting to the internet. Hence, it is reliable and accurate.

2. Can I check my computer’s internet speed using CMD?

Windows gives you the ability to check internet speeds using the command prompt. Launch a cmd window and enter “ping google.com”. You should be able to see the network speed listed.

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