You might not be able to fix the problem in this situation. Some programs don't anticipate dual monitors. We've also been told that some applications are not compatible with dual-screen monitors, including using an external monitor with a laptop. Some have suggested a malware scan, booting into Safe Mode, running System File Checker or if you're using an older application, running the Program Compatibility Troubleshooter. Open Task Manager, locate the app, right-click, and choose End task. Press Alt+Space, and click on either Minimize, Maximize, or Restore.Ĭlick on the notification icon in the lower-right corner of your screen and verify Table Mode is off.

With the application active, if possible, press the Windows Key followed by the arrow down, then up. Now, press the Windows Key + Shift + M to maximize all Windows. Press the Windows Key + M to minimize all Windows. Right-click on your Desktop and click Refresh or press F5. With your mouse lined up over the application icon, press Shift+CTRL, right-click on the icon, and press maximize. Often, a keyboard combination will resolve your issue. Luckily, we might be able to solve the problem with the first seven possibilities will only take a few minutes of your time. Here are some steps to try to resolve the problem. We've seen a problem where some applications will automatically minimize to the Taskbar, and clicking the icon in the taskbar does not maximize the window as expected.

Windows 10 programs running at startup