On Windows 10, since the beginning, you’ve been able to resize windows to virtually any size. However, Microsoft Edge and Store apps never included an option, or the ability to press F11, to run apps in full-screen mode.
As it turns out, Windows 10 includes a secret keyboard shortcut that allows you to run Store apps and even Microsoft Edge in full-screen mode.
If you want to run Microsoft Edge and Store apps in full-screen, simply use the Shift + Windows key + Enter keyboard shortcut.
When using full-screen mode, apps, including Microsoft Edge, you’ll get a clutter-free experience that is focus on the content and removes all the other elements from the screen.
If you need to exit the full-screen mode, simply move the mouse cursor to the top-edge of the screen to float down the app bar where you click the button exit full-screen mode, minimize, or close the app. Alternatively, you can repeat Shift + Windows key + Enter keyboard shortcut to exit the mode.
It should be noted that this hidden gem on Windows 10 works in the Creators Update as well as on the Anniversary Update.
Mauro Huculak is a Windows How-To Expert who started Pureinfotech in 2010 as an independent online publication. He has also been a Windows Central contributor for nearly a decade. Mauro has over 15 years of experience writing comprehensive guides and creating professional videos about Windows and software, including Android and Linux. Before becoming a technology writer, he was an IT administrator for seven years. In total, Mauro has over 21 years of combined experience in technology. Throughout his career, he achieved different professional certifications from Microsoft (MSCA), Cisco (CCNP), VMware (VCP), and CompTIA (A+ and Network+), and he has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP for many years. You can follow him on X (Twitter), YouTube, LinkedIn and About.me. Email him at [email protected].