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Can’t Resize or Move an App? Here’s How to Force It
Update your Display drivers to move and resize apps
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Updated onMarch 29, 2024
updated onMarch 29, 2024
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In Windows 11, moving or resizing an app is as easy as dragging it on your desktop. You may be looking to space out ormake your app icons more compact on your desktopbut are stuck.
While this may seem like a normal function, some users have found themselves unable to do either. If you’re in the same predicament, we have some solutions below to help you regain this functionality.
Why can’t I resize or move an app in Windows?
If you are using a PC and it is not possible to move or resize an app, here are some possible reasons:
How do I force an app to resize or move?
A few basic tweaks that could help resolve the problem include:
1. Run a virus scan
Also, if you have a third-party antivirus for your Windows 11, running a scan may help detect issues that Windows Security may have missed.
2. Run the DISM and SFC scans
3. Uninstall recent Windows updates
4. Perform a clean boot
5. Perform a System Restore
A quicker and more efficient way of performing a System Restore is by using adedicated third-party repair toolas it can automatically restore files from system malfunctions after running an in-depth scan to detect them in the first place.
If you’ve tried all these solutions but still can’t get your apps to resize or move, we recommend resetting your PC. This can help you establish whether there were any problems with installing your copy of Windows.
We also have an exciting article that can help youchange your icon spacingif the default spacing is not ideal.
You can alsochange the Taskbar sizeif it is too small for you using our guided article.
Let us know which solution has solved this issue in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
