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The auto-resize tag on WindowsForum.com covers user frustrations and questions about automatic window resizing behavior in Windows 7. Common issues include windows shrinking to 800x600 when a monitor is turned off and on, windows automatically maximizing when dragged near screen edges, and Explorer columns not auto-expanding to fit content. Users seek ways to disable or control these auto-resize features, which they find disruptive. Discussions focus on Windows 7's window management behaviors and potential registry tweaks or settings to prevent unwanted resizing.
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    Windows 7 Window sizes are always auto-shrinked after Monitor off+on? How to avoid?

    I have a Samsung TFT monitor with resolution 1920x1080 which is connected by HDMI cable. Assume I open a couple of windows (IntExp, WinExplorer, notepad,...). Now (e.g.late in the evening) I turn off manually physically (only) the TFT monitor to save power but let the computer continue run...
    • pstein
    • Thread
    • auto-resize display issues hdmi monitor power saving resolution tft monitor window management windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Hardware
  2. Bebbspoke

    Windows 7 Auto resize frustration!

    Is it possible to prevent the ridiculous auto "full screen" when one tries to move a window partially off screen - this feature is one of several "new to Win 7" :skull: that make me yearn to return to XP Pro... (My new laptop cannot be configured with Win XP...) For heavens sake Gates - I moved...
    • Bebbspoke
    • Thread
    • application issues auto-resize configuration feature request feedback firefox frustration full screen laptop linux microsoft operating system software issues system behavior user experience user interface window management windows 7 windows pro workaround
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Desktop Customization
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    Windows 7 How to maximise columns in Explorer

    When I open Windows Explorer with a list of say, music files in a folder, the column that holds the file names is maybe 2 inches wide, so I have to move the bar at the top in order t see the whole name. Double clicking the gap at the edge of the column auto-expands the column to show the widest...
    • boristhemoggy
    • Thread
    • auto-resize column width file explorer file management folders productivity user interface windows settings windows tips
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Desktop Customization
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    Windows 7 W-7 app window auto-resizing

    when I drag an application window near the edge of the screen, the window automatically switches to full screen. Is there a way to turn this behavior off? It's driving me nuts!
    • EVC
    • Thread
    • application auto-resize behavior full screen settings user experience window windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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