- 1 year ago
Win10 file Explorer cannot remember to maximize
If Windows 10 File Explorer cannot remember to maximize its window size, you can try the following solutions:
Reset File Explorer settings: Open File Explorer, go to the "View" tab, click on "Options," and then select "Change folder and search options." In the "Folder Options" window, go to the "View" tab and click on the "Reset Folders" button. This will reset all File Explorer settings to their default values, including the window size and position.
Modify Registry settings: Open the Registry Editor by pressing
Win + R
, typingregedit
, and pressing Enter. Navigate to the following registry key:mathematicaHKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Streams
Look for a value named
Settings
. Right-click on it and choose "Delete" to remove theSettings
value. This will reset the window size and position settings for File Explorer.Use third-party software: There are third-party tools available that can manage and remember window sizes and positions for different applications. Examples include WindowManager, DisplayFusion, and WindowManager. These tools can save and restore window states, including maximizing File Explorer.
Perform a system file check: Open a Command Prompt with administrative privileges, and run the following command:
bashsfc /scannow
This command will scan for and repair any corrupted system files that may be affecting File Explorer's behavior. After the scan is complete, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
If none of the above solutions work, you may want to consider updating Windows 10 to the latest version or performing a repair installation of the operating system to fix any underlying issues.
Remember to create a system restore point or backup your important data before making any changes to the registry or performing major system modifications.