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:

Multiple versions of the application – If you have more than one version of an app, there may be incompatibility issues between them.  Buggy update – A recent Windows update may have brought about this change. Some updates may come coupled with some bugs. Corrupt user profile – If the integrity of your user profile has been compromised, modifying anything on your PC can be extra hard. Virus/malware – If a malicious code has found itself on your PC, it may be interfering with how some programs behave, and that’s why you can’t move or resize an app. Outdated drivers – Drivers are essential for the proper functioning of your system. If your PC is missing some drivers or they are outdated, there may be a disconnect when you try to perform some actions.

How do I force an app to resize or move?

A few basic tweaks that could help resolve the problem include:

Ensure all your drivers are up-to-date. Disable or uninstall any third-party software that you may have recently installed on your computer. Try switching profiles to establish if yours is corrupt. You can create a new one if you don’t already have one. Check for any Windows updates and install them. Check for any disk errors using the CHKDSK command. Turn off your computer and unplug it from the wall. Then plug it in again and restart it.

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 a third-party tool like Restoro, as it can automatically restore files from system malfunctions after running an in-depth scan to detect them in the first place. SPONSORED 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 you change your icon spacing if the default spacing is not ideal. You can also change the Taskbar size if 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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