Windows Maximize Window Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web

Makes the current window fill the screen. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Windows, plus other ways to do it.

Quick Answer

Windows
Win+↑
Mac
Ctrl+Cmd+F
Web
Not confirmed yet
Windows

Maximize Window

Windows
Win+↑

Makes the current window fill the screen.

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How to maximize window in Windows with the keyboard

  1. Open Windows and go to where you want to maximize window.
  2. Press Win + ↑ on Windows or Ctrl + Cmd + F on Mac.

Windows Maximize Window Shortcut for Windows

Press Win + ↑.

Windows Maximize Window Shortcut for Mac

Press Ctrl + Cmd + F.

Windows Maximize Window Shortcut for Windows Web

We haven't confirmed a Windows Web shortcut for this yet.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Windows maximize window shortcut?

On Windows, press Win + ↑. On a Mac, press Ctrl + Cmd + F.

Is there a Mac shortcut to maximize window in Windows?

Yes: Ctrl + Cmd + F.

Does it work in Windows for the web?

We haven't confirmed a web version shortcut for this yet.

Verified 2026-10-07 · Last reviewed: 2026-10-07 · Microsoft's official shortcut list