How to keep ribbon microsoft word extended when making split screen

Shauni 21 Reputation points
2022-05-29T10:09:30.663+00:00

When I put Word in split screen mode on my previous computer, it kept certain parts of the ribbon extended.
I will put an example of what I mean in the screenshot below (it's ppt, but the idea is the same). The tab 'lettertype' is open so you can see all the functions immediately.

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However, for some reason, the same tab in Word gets closed, so you have to click on it before you see the functions, as you can see below. Is it possible to change this? Thanks in advance!
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Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | For business | Windows
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  1. John Korchok 6,306 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2022-05-30T14:36:54.08+00:00

    My previous answer was deleted from this thread. You'll need to use a higher-resolution monitor, as it's not possible to modify the behavior of the Microsoft-programmed Ribbon groups.

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  1. Emi Zhang-MSFT 30,046 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
    2022-05-30T08:42:17.047+00:00

    Hi @Shauni ,
    Try to full screen the window:
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  2. Emi Zhang-MSFT 30,046 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
    2022-05-30T08:51:24.797+00:00

    Hi @Shauni ,
    Try to full screen the window:
    206685-9.png
    Just checking in to see if the information was helpful. Please let us know if you would like further assistance.


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