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Windows 7

Disable Automatic Docking and Maximizing of Windows

SUMMARY: Prevent Windows 7 from automatically docking and maximizing windows when you drag them to the screen edges.

A new window-management feature in Windows 7 automatically maximizes or docks windows when you move them to the top or sides of the Desktop.

While some people like this new feature, others would rather not have windows growing and shrinking seemingly by themselves. Thus it can be disabled:

1. Click the "Start" menu, choosing "All Programs", "Accessories", "Ease of Access", "Ease of Access Center".

2. When the "Ease of Access Center" window appears, scroll down and click on "Make it easier to focus on tasks".

3. On the following screen, scroll down and check "Prevent windows from being automatically arranged when moved to the edge of the screen".

4. Click "OK" to save your settings, then close Windows 7's "Ease of Access Center" window.

This tip was written for Windows 7 RC. Screenshots and information are subject to change between this and the final version of Windows 7.