Make Apps Open Maximized - Windows & Mac

Optimizing Application Startup for Enhanced Viewing

A common frustration for computer users is the need to manually resize or maximize application windows upon opening. This is particularly noticeable with data-rich applications like Access or Excel, where full screen visibility is often desired.

Fortunately, a simple adjustment can resolve this issue. The process involves modifying the application's shortcut properties.

Steps to Launch Applications Maximized

To begin, locate the shortcut for the application you wish to modify. Right-click on the shortcut icon to access its context menu.

From the context menu, select Properties. This will open the shortcut's properties window.

Within the Properties window, navigate to the Shortcut tab.

On the Shortcut tab, find the Run dropdown menu. Click on the dropdown to reveal available options.

Select Maximized from the dropdown list. This instructs the operating system to launch the application in a maximized state.

Confirm your changes by clicking Apply, then OK.

Following these steps, the application will consistently open in full screen mode, eliminating the need for manual resizing. This streamlines the user experience and provides immediate access to all available data.

This adjustment ensures that each instance of the application starts in a full-screen view, improving workflow efficiency.