The record level is hidden behind the Play, Pause, Stop buttons. Has been that way on the past two or 3 updates on Win 11. At least on my Lenovo.
Thank you. I use Audacity as a backup recording in church. Also use it to edit audio recordings.
can move (and resize) meters …

Reset toolbars is another option … Resetting Audacity | Audacity Support
Thank you so much. I had tried moving the bars, just didn’t find the right spot. Have the menu looking pretty much the way I was used to seeing it. This 78 year old likes thing the same, easier to keep up with.
Thanks again. Have a very Blessed Day!!!