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Here's how to Enable full-screen mode for Windows 11 apps.

I. Here are 3 ways to enable full-screen mode for Windows 11 apps:

1. Use the keyboard shortcut Windows + Shift + Enter.
2. Click the three dots in the top right corner of the app window and select "Full screen."
3. Right-click the app in the taskbar and select "Full screen."

Once you've enabled full-screen mode, you can exit it by pressing the same keyboard shortcut or by clicking the three dots in the top right corner of the app window and selecting "Exit full screen."

II. Here are some of the pros and cons of using full-screen mode for Windows 11 apps:

Pros:
Full-screen mode can help you to focus on the app that you're using and to avoid distractions.
Full-screen mode can make your apps look larger and more immersive.
Full-screen mode can be helpful when you're working with multiple apps at the same time.

Cons:
Full-screen mode can hide some of the features of your apps, such as the toolbars and menus.
Full-screen mode can make it difficult to switch between apps.
Full-screen mode can be uncomfortable for some people, especially if they have large monitors.

Ultimately, whether or not to use full-screen mode is a personal decision. There are both pros and cons to consider, and the best option for you will depend on your individual preferences and needs.

iii. Here are some possible solutions to fix full-screen mode not working in Windows:

1. **Check the display settings.** Make sure that your display is set to full-screen mode. You can do this by going to **Start** - **Settings** - **System** - **Display** and then dragging the slider under **Scale and layout** to the **100%** setting.
2. **Update your graphics drivers.** Make sure that you have the latest drivers for your graphics card installed. You can download the latest drivers from the website of your graphics card manufacturer.
3. **Run the compatibility troubleshooter.** The compatibility troubleshooter can help you to fix problems with running programs in full-screen mode. To run the compatibility troubleshooter, follow these steps:

1. Open the **Control Panel**.
2. Click on **Troubleshooting**.
3. Click on **All troubleshooters**.
4. Scroll down and click on **Program compatibility troubleshooter**.
5. Click on **Next**.
6. Select the program that you are having problems with and click on **Next**.
7. Select the **Try recommended settings** option and click on **Next**.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the troubleshooter.

4. **Run the game in windowed mode.** If the game is not working in full-screen mode, try running it in windowed mode. To do this, right-click on the game's shortcut and select **Properties**. Then, go to the **Compatibility** tab and check the box next to **Run this program in compatibility mode for**. Select **Windows 7** from the drop-down list and click on **OK**.

5. **Disable fullscreen optimizations.** Some games may not work properly in full-screen mode if fullscreen optimizations are enabled. To disable fullscreen optimizations, follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the game's shortcut and select **Properties**.
2. Then, go to the **Compatibility** tab and check the box next to **Disable fullscreen optimizations**.
3. Click on **OK**.

6. **Update your Windows version.** Make sure that you have the latest version of Windows installed. You can check for updates by going to **Start** - **Settings** - **Update & Security** - **Windows Update**.
7. **Uninstall any recently installed programs.** If you have recently installed any new programs, try uninstalling them to see if that fixes the problem.
8. **Contact the game's developer.** If you have tried all of the above solutions and you are still experiencing the problem, you can contact the game's developer for further assistance.