RBTray

RBTray is a fork of Nikolay Redko's app with the same name and has the role of enabling you to minimize windows that otherwise do not have this function. The application does not have an interface, but rather it works as a service in the background. Nevertheless, the role of the tool is to help you have a clutter-free desktop where you can find important shortcuts for the apps you are regularly using.

To get started, simply decompress the archive in the desired location – preferably in Program Files – and double click the executable. According to the developer, the tool can be configured to automatically start with Windows, but for this it is necessary to create a shortcut for it in the Start Menu group.

The application allows the minimization of windows via this method, namely using the Minimize button, Windows-Alt-Down key combination or Shift-Right-Click. It is important to note that depending on the application, you may need to employ any of the aforementioned methods to minimize the program's window. Restoring the minimized program is a straightforward process that entails looking for the said program in the System Tray and right clicking on its icon. Exiting the app can be done by ending the process in the Task Manager.