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    Why do we minimize pages?
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    The minimize function is meant to hide programs in your dock or taskbar so that you can keep multiple programs running, but also keep your desktop from getting super cluttered.
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    How do I change it to full screen?
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    In most cases, all you have to do is hold down Shift and press F11. But there are some programs that simply can't be changed to full screen.
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    How do I change a program to windowed mode?
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    Alt-Enter will change most Windows programs to a windowed mode. Games may not do this, but there may be a setting within the game to change it to a window.
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    How do I minimize game screens in Windows 10?
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    Window Key-D or Alt-Tab to a different window. Not all games like being minimized.
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