Windows Snap Layouts and split screen not working
Your snap feature is probably turned off in settings. Windows 11 has Snap Layouts that need to be enabled, and Windows 10 has Snap Assist that can be disabled. We'll turn it back on and make sure you can snap again.
When window snapping stops working on Windows, it's always because the feature was turned off in settings or disabled by a system update. Windows 11 uses Snap Layouts which can be toggled on or off. Windows 10 uses Snap Assist which has separate settings. We'll check your settings, turn snap back on if it's off, and test it.
- ✓Check which version of Windows you have. Press Win+Pause or Settings → System → About to see if it's Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- ✓Try dragging a window to the left edge of your screen and holding it there for a second
- ✓Try pressing Win+Left Arrow key to see if a shortcut works when dragging doesn't
- ✓Restart your computer and try snapping a window again
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Confusing Snap with the maximize button. Snap puts a window at the side of the screen, not in a corner. Make sure you're dragging to the edge, not the corner.
- Not holding the window long enough. You need to drag and hold the title bar at the screen edge for a second before it snaps.
Signs you need professional help
- If snap is turned on and you've restarted, but it still won't work, give us a call. It can be a conflict with another app or a graphics driver issue.
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