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Taskbars are automatically hidden when windows are maximized
I made the proactive choice to install Windows 11 on my computer before it was officially offered to me as an upgrade from Windows 10. However, I have encountered an issue where occasionally, a few days after restarting my computer, I notice that when I maximize windows on my primary or secondary iiyama monitors, they fill the entire screen instead of leaving the taskbar visible.
I am seeking advice on potential solutions to prevent this from happening. Any suggestions or insights would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Viv
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The core problem you're describing—maximized windows covering the taskbar instead of stopping above it—typically happens when an application enters true full-screen mode rather than simply being "maximized." There's a technical distinction here: maximized windows normally respect the taskbar boundaries, while full-screen mode is designed to take over the entire display.
I have the same problem (Windows 11). And I haven't set anything to "full screen" mode. All I've done is to have clicked on the Windows icons at the very top right of each window. In the past, that has always allowed me to access the task bar by just moving my mouse to the bottom of whatever window I'm in. Initially I thought it was just a problem of the Phone Link app window being open. But I have the same problem with the Firefox and MS Outlook windows.
Go to the "Settings" app.
Click on "System" and select the "Recovery" option.
Click on the "Reset this PC" button.
(On the internal monitor)
Click RightMouseButton in Desktop -> choose Display Settings -> Set a primary this screen
Or
Do you have a this problem with connected HDMI/DisplayPort Cable? Try unpluged cable and this same?
Devices drivers is actually?
In Settings > Personalization > Taskbar > Taskbar behavior, turn off the Automatically hide the taskbar option.
