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    HOW TO: Open Internet Explorer in full screen mode.

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by MaXimus, Feb 18, 2008.

  1. MaXimus

    MaXimus Notebook Deity

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    It is really annoying that I have to maximize IE everytime I open it!


    Note: This is a two part modification. Complete both parts as listed below.

    [Start] [Run] [Regedit]
    Registry Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Console
    Modify/Create the Value Name [FullScreen] according to the Value Data listed below.
    Data Type: REG_DWORD [Dword Value] // Value Name: FullScreen
    Value Data: [0 = Disabled / 1 = Enabled]


    [Start] [Run] [Regedit]
    Registry Key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\InternetExplorer\Main
    Modify/Create the Value Name [FullScreen] according to the Value Data listed below.
    Data Type: REG_SZ [String Value] // Value Name: FullScreen
    Value Data: [Modify Value to (Yes)]

    Exit Registry and Reboot

    reference:

    http://www.theeldergeek.com/run_explorer_full_screen.htm
     
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    MaXimus, Feb 18, 2008
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  2. XPS1330

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    Uh, I never have to maximize my IE window...
     
    XPS1330, Feb 18, 2008
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  3. MaXimus

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    sorry, i just trid this on window vista and it didn't work :(
     
    MaXimus, Feb 18, 2008
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  4. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    So...umm...

    ...why would you ever open Internet Explorer?
     
    Lithus, Feb 18, 2008
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  5. crash

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    When I open IE (which I almost never do), it opens maximized.

    If I ever need to view something in IE full-screen, I just push F-11. I've NEVER had a need to have IE open in full-screen mode. I want the taskbar to be available.
     
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  6. crash

    crash NBR Assassin

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    So wait, let me guess. You found this online somewhere, copied and pasted it here, then tried it on your computer to see if it works?
     
    crash, Feb 18, 2008
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  7. Bruuce

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    Windows Vista, Windows XP, or both?
     
    Bruuce, Feb 19, 2008
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  8. MaXimus

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    XP only :(
     
    MaXimus, Feb 19, 2008
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  9. Bruuce

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    I have XP on my PC and I occasionally use IE so good news for me. :) Thanks for posting. I'll give it a try soon.
     
    Bruuce, Feb 19, 2008
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  10. Kdawgca

    Kdawgca rotaredoM repudrepuS RBN

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    Before even messing with windows registry, make sure you back it up(file-export)

    Also if you found this on another site/forum, please mention them because they deserve some credit.
     
    Kdawgca, Feb 19, 2008
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  11. MaXimus

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    you're welcome :)
     
    MaXimus, Feb 19, 2008
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  12. Slyder

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    I have never had a problem with ie opening maximized (nor do i use it) in xp or vista, but if you do, the easy fix is to right click the icon > properties > shortcut tab. pull down the menu where it says 'run' and change it to maximized.
     
    Slyder, Feb 19, 2008
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