Split screen - app windows resizing

asasek

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When I split screen, all application windows are resized to fit in the -now smaller- desktop resolution.
Usually, I use split screen just for a while -e.g. read a short PDF- and afterwards I end up with resizing all the windows back to the original size (they get too small to be usable). The main reason why I want to split the screen is the ability to see email/jabber notifications in the task bar notification area.

Is there a way to disable this auto-resizing of app windows?

Second problem with screen splitting: icons on desktop are rearranged. I found this thread:
http://www.eightforums.com/customization/46473-desktop-icons-keep-moving-after-screen-resize.html
...with the solution: untick Align icons to grid in Desktop>View.

Anyway, this "solution" is quite uncomfortable - I want the system to help me arrange icons to grid (when I drag them). So I would end up every time unticking this option before screen splitting and ticking it back afterwards.

Any better solution?

Thanks

Windows 8.1 Professional, all updates installed
 

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Welcome to Windows Eight Forums, asasek. :)

No offense, but overall I think you need to explain yourself better.

When you state "split screen", do you mean snapping two apps side by side 50% of screen each, then when returning they are too small? You may want to maximize apps and use Alt/Tab or WinKey/Tab to switch. WinKey/Up arrow will maximize the app that is focused.

Don't know what you mean about notifications in the Task Bar. It should always remain to be seen unless it's configured to auto hide.

So far as icons on desktop getting rearranged; They shouldn't move at all if "Align icons to grid" is ticked with checkmark they shouldn't move at all, so therefore something else is wrong. Is screen resolution set at recommended?
 

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Thanks for furthering the explanation. :)

Yes, you can snap the desktop with a Win32 app open maximized along side a Modern Store app. I'm more of a keyboardist, but you should be able to grab the top of the desktop when at 50%, move it to the center, and snap it up for it to maximize 100%. The app open on it should remain maximized as well. Are you saying that it doesn't?
 

My Computer

System One

  • OS
    8.1 Pro X64
    Computer type
    PC/Desktop
    System Manufacturer/Model
    Acer T690
    CPU
    Intel Pentium D Dual Core
    Motherboard
    Acer/Intel E946GZ
    Memory
    2GB (max upgrade)
    Graphics Card(s)
    Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 - PCI Express x16
    Sound Card
    Integrated RealTek ALC888 high-definition audio with 7.1 channel audio support
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer AL1917W A LCD
    Screen Resolution
    1440 X 900
    Hard Drives
    350 GB Seagate Barracuda 7200.10
    Thumb drives
    PSU
    Standard 250 watt
    Case
    Desktop 7.2" (183mm) W x 17.5" (445mm) L x 14.5"
    Cooling
    Dual case fans + CPU fan
    Keyboard
    Acer Windows PS/2
    Mouse
    Wireless Microsoft Arc
    Internet Speed
    54mbp/s
    Browser
    IE11
    Antivirus
    Defender
    Other Info
    Office Pro 2013 / Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Phone 8.1DP GDR1
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