Regarding the full-screen issues in the new version

[Jymin0743]

After automatically updating to version 1.17.7, my Zen browser started behaving like this. I find it very inconvenient to operate because it prevents quick access to the taskbar. Additionally, when I try to exit full-screen mode, my taskbar flickers and I'm unable to actually exit full-screen mode. I'm not sure if this is a bug or a new feature. If it's a bug, please fix it as soon as possible. If it's intentional, please tell me how to disable it

[dosubot[bot]]

Hi @1624300485! I'm Dosu and I’m helping the desktop team.

There are no official confirmations that the new full-screen behavior in Zen Browser v1.17.7 is intentional or a known bug, but there are related reports of taskbar and window issues on Windows. Some users have found that pressing the Windows key twice can temporarily restore taskbar access, though this isn't a permanent fix and may not work in all cases (source). There are currently no documented settings to revert or disable this new full-screen behavior. If the issue persists or worsens, keeping an eye on future updates or sharing more details about your experience can help maintainers investigate further.

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[Jymin0743]

@dosu I understand what you're saying, but double-pressing the Win key only brings up the taskbar temporarily. What I need is for the taskbar to be always visible

[dosubot[bot]]

There isn't a way to keep the Windows taskbar always visible while Zen Browser is in full-screen mode. This is a common limitation in most browsers on Windows, including those based on Firefox, and isn't unique to Zen. The only known workaround—pressing the Windows key—only brings up the taskbar temporarily and doesn't make it persistently visible. There are no settings or flags in Zen Browser to change this behavior, and maintainers haven't confirmed it as an intentional feature or provided a permanent fix yet. If you need constant access to the taskbar, using Zen in windowed (maximized) mode instead of full-screen is the best option for now, though it may not be ideal for everyone.
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