how do you make win 11 file explorer open as full page

Question

win 11 file explorer opens occupying about half the screen.

right click properties have no effect whether selecting minimized, maximized or normal window

Answer 1

To ensure that File Explorer in Windows 11 opens as a full page, you can follow these steps:

1. Maximize the Window: Launch File Explorer and click on the maximize button (the square icon) located in the upper right corner of the window. This action will expand the window to cover the entire screen.
2. Close While Maximized: After maximizing the window, close File Explorer while it is still maximized. When you reopen it, it should remember this state and open maximized by default.
3. Check for Group Policies: If the above methods do not resolve the issue, there may be group policies or settings that restrict the window size. You can check the Group Policy Editor (if accessible) for any settings related to File Explorer that might affect its behavior.

If these steps do not work, it could be a limitation or bug in your current version of Windows 11. In such cases, consider checking for system updates or consulting user forums for additional solutions.

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References:

• Policy CSP - ADMX_WindowsExplorer
• Window Show State

Answer 2

Hi Jery,

Thank you for sharing your question. I understand that File Explorer in Windows 11 keeps opening small, even though you set it to open big. I got it. The Maximized setting in Properties sometimes doesn't work because Windows just remembers how you last closed it. I am here to help.

Basically, Windows 11 File Explorer likes to open the same size it was when you last shut it down. So, if it wasn't maximized when closed, it will reopen that way.

How to Fix It

Maximize and Close (the obvious one)

 Open File Explorer. Hit the Maximize button (the square at the top right).

Close File Explorer.Open it again. Hopefully, Windows will remember and make it full screen.

Shortcut Settings,Right-click the File Explorer icon on the taskbar.

Right-click File Explorer in the list that pops up, and click Properties.

Where it says Run, pick Maximized, and then OK.

This might work, but sometimes it still ignores this when another program opens Explorer.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Best Regards,

Noel