> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.mainwp.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Hide Dashboard Widgets

> Hide unwanted widgets from the MainWP Dashboard Operations page through General Settings. Simplify your interface by showing only the widgets you use.

You can hide widgets you don't use from the Operations page. This reduces clutter and helps you focus on the information that matters to your workflow.

## What You'll Learn

* How to hide widgets from the Operations page
* Where to find the widget visibility settings

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## Hide Widgets

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open General Settings">
    Navigate to **top-right user menu > MainWP Settings > General Settings** (`/wp-admin/admin.php?page=Settings`).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Find widget visibility option">
    Locate **Show widgets** in the **General Settings** section.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select widgets to hide">
    Clear the checkbox next to each widget you want to hide from the Operations page.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save your changes">
    Click **Save Settings**. Widgets with cleared checkboxes no longer appear on the Operations page.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Restore Hidden Widgets

To show a hidden widget again:

1. Return to **top-right user menu > MainWP Settings > General Settings** (`/wp-admin/admin.php?page=Settings`)
2. Select the widget's checkbox under **Show widgets**
3. Click **Save Settings**

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## Self-Check Checklist

* [ ] General Settings accessed
* [ ] Cleared the checkboxes for widgets to hide
* [ ] Changes saved
* [ ] Operations page shows only desired widgets

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## Related Resources

* [Widget Columns](/customization/how-can-i-change-the-number-of-widget-columns-on-the-overview-page) - Widget layout options
* [MainWP User Interface](/getting-started/mainwp-user-interface) - Dashboard overview


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