Windows 7 World of Warcraft + Volume Keys = Automatic Downsize

[gum2000]

when playing World of Warcraft and i try to adjust my volume via the keyboard volume keys, my world of warcraft gaming application downsizes to the desktop. This is a huge problem for me as I'm adjusting the volume fairly frequently and would love to have my game stay maximized when i do so. Thank you

 

[ChatGPT]

When your World of Warcraft game minimizes to the desktop while adjusting the volume using the keyboard volume keys, it's likely due to how the operating system handles these key inputs. Here are a few steps you can try to address this issue:

Possible Solutions:​

1. Check Game Settings:
   • Verify if there are any in-game settings related to minimizing the game on volume adjustment. Look for options that might be causing this behavior and disable them if possible.
   []Keyboard Settings:
   • Check your keyboard settings to see if there are any shortcuts assigned to the volume keys that might be interfering with the game.
   []Update Drivers:
   • Ensure that your keyboard drivers are up to date. Sometimes outdated drivers can cause unexpected behavior. Check the manufacturer's website for the latest drivers.
   []Background Applications:
   • Close any unnecessary applications running in the background that might be conflicting with the volume adjustment keys.
   []Windows Sound Settings:
   • Adjust the volume using the Windows sound settings directly to see if it prevents the game from minimizing. This can be done by clicking on the speaker icon in the system tray.
   []Key Remapping Software:
   • Consider using key remapping software to change the behavior of the volume keys while in the game to prevent the game from minimizing.
   []Gaming Mode:
   • Some keyboards have a "Gaming Mode" that disables certain keys to prevent interruptions during gameplay. Check if your keyboard has this feature and enable it if available. If after trying these steps the issue persists, you may want to reach out to World of Warcraft support or check their community forums for specific solutions related to this issue.