To full screen in Windows, you typically press the F11 key while the desired application or window is active.
Going full screen in Windows allows you to maximize the usable screen space for a specific application, often hiding the taskbar and window borders. This is commonly used in web browsers, media players, and some document viewers.
Here are the simple steps, based on the provided reference:
Steps to Go Full Screen
- Open the application or window you want to go full screen. Ensure the window is the active one on your screen.
- Press the F11 key on your keyboard. This is the standard shortcut for toggling full screen mode in many Windows applications.
Once you press F11, the application window should expand to fill your entire display.
How to Exit Full Screen Mode
Exiting full screen mode is just as easy as entering it.
Steps to Exit Full Screen
- Press the F11 key again. Pressing F11 usually acts as a toggle, switching you back to the standard window view.
- Alternatively, you can often press the Esc (Escape) key on your keyboard. This key is also a common shortcut for exiting full screen in various applications, especially games and media players.
| Action | Keyboard Shortcut(s) |
|---|---|
| Enter Full Screen | F11 |
| Exit Full Screen | F11 or Esc |
This method works in many popular Windows applications, including:
- Web browsers (like Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- Windows File Explorer
- Many media players
Remember that the F11 shortcut is application-dependent, but it is widely supported across standard Windows programs for toggling full screen viewing.
