SOLVED: Google Chrome Links Open Minimized or Too Small / Windows 10

This article addresses a specific to Google Chrome in Windows 10, where links should open in a new window but appear either too small or show up minimized on the Windows task bar. However, since this issue is typically caused by a resolution mismatch based on the last time you used the application, it may also apply to other applications as well.

SOLUTION

Open Google Chrome and make sure all corners are smaller than your screen (if you're using multiple monitors, use the screen with the lowest resolution)

  1. Drag the corners of the active window with the arrows until it reaches a size small enough to fit entirely within your active screen.
  2. Select the maximize button
  3. Close All Chrome Windows and re-open the application


Based on these steps, you should see the desired content the size of your screen or smaller. If you disconnect your computer from multiple displays or change the resolution of your computer, these steps may have to be repeated each time.