How to Enter Full-Screen Mode by Hiding the Menu
Some programs do not support full-screen mode. If F11 doesn’t work, another option is to hide the different elements on the screen so that the app can be expanded as much as possible. Google Sheets (and Docs, etc.) is a good example. Pressing the small arrow in the formatting bar will hide everything above it, including the menu bar and sharing options.
To enter full-screen mode by hiding the menu, follow these steps:
- Open the app or service you want to use in full-screen mode.
- Look for the option to hide the menu bar, toolbar, or other elements on the screen. Typically, this option is in the View, Settings, or other menus.
- Click the option to hide unnecessary elements. You will notice that the app will take advantage of the larger screen space.
- To reshow hidden elements, click the same option again or press the appropriate key on your keyboard.
Note: Some apps or services may have the option to switch to full-screen mode in their settings. For example, in Spotify, you can click the gear icon in the bottom right corner and enable the Full-Screen option under Display.
How to Enter Full-Screen Mode by Hiding the Taskbar
If all the above methods don’t work, you can try hiding the Windows 11 taskbar to make more room for the apps or services you’re using. The taskbar is a horizontal bar at the bottom of the screen that displays the Start button, app icon, notification area, and more. You can hide the taskbar automatically or manually, depending on your preference.
To enter full-screen mode by hiding the taskbar, follow these steps:
- Right-click on the taskbar and select Taskbar Settings.
- In the Settings window that opens, scroll down and find the Automatically hide taskbar option in desktop mode.
- Enable the option by sliding the switch to the right. You will notice that the taskbar will disappear from your screen.
- To display the taskbar again, hover your cursor over the bottom of the screen and the taskbar will reappear.
- If you want to hide the taskbar manually, you can press Windows + T on your keyboard. It will hide or show the taskbar with one click.
Note: If you are using tablet mode in Windows 11, you can hide the taskbar by enabling the Automatically hide taskbar in tablet mode option in Taskbar Settings.
Conclusion
Full-screen mode is a useful feature in Windows 11 that can improve your experience when using certain apps or services. There are several ways to enter full-screen mode in Windows 11, such as using the F11 key, a special key, hiding the menu, or hiding the taskbar. You can try the method that best suits your needs and enjoy uninterrupted content on your screen.
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