Meanings
plural deskbands
- computingA toolbar embedded into the taskbar.
These pages describe various ways you can extend the browser experience with explorer bars, toolbands, deskbands, and context menus.
2000, MSDN Magazine, volume 15, page 171 more example
You can create collections of files, applications and controls — equivalent to IE4 toolbars or Windows program groups — called deskbands, which you can display on the taskbar. Clicking on an icon in a deskband launches that application […]
1997, Windows Magazine, volume 8, numbers 7-9, page 498Synonyms: deskbar
Synonyms & antonyms
nounA toolbar embedded into the taskbar.
Origin
From desk + band. See desktop.
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