Used this extensively before switching to linux/kde/plasma. Also look at - Notepad3 - HeidiSQL - https://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker - https://goffconcepts.com/products/filesearchex/. - Source: Hacker News / 2 months ago

I think 7+ Taskbar Tweaker can change the general icon spacing on the taskbar. But I’m not sure if it affects the tray icons as well. Source: about 1 year ago

Download 7+ Taskbar Tweaker. Don't forget to set it to run on startup when installing. Source: about 1 year ago

7+ Taskbar Tweaker is a tool for configuring various aspects of the Windows taskbar, including many that can’t be adjusted through the taskbar properties or the registry. For Windows 7, 8 and 10. Kindly recommended by DisturbedUnit. Source: over 1 year ago

I don't think it's achievable natively however a third-party app may be able to help you: https://ramensoftware.com/7-taskbar-tweaker. Source: over 1 year ago

That sounds exactly like Unclutter. https://unclutterapp.com/. Source: over 1 year ago

Unclutter. Unclutter is a simple piece of software that suits its name. This Mac app is accessible with a quick swipe from the top of your screen and functions as a convenient place for storing quick notes, recent files, and clipboard information. Source: over 1 year ago

Unclutter for short notes, activated by moving the cursor to the top of the screen. Source: almost 2 years ago

Let me suggest Unclutter for Productivity section. Source: almost 2 years ago

Unclutter? The Clipboard panel is pretty basic, but works with hex colors. Source: about 2 years ago