AppMaximize, AppMaximize()

Syntax

AppMaximize [WindowName$] [State]

AppMaximize([WindowName$])

Remarks

In Windows, the AppMaximize statement maximizes or restores the specified application.

Argument

Explanation

WindowName$

A string that matches the beginning of an application window name, as it appears in the title bar or Task List (Windows). If omitted, Word is assumed. For more information on WindowName$, see AppActivate.

State

Specifies whether to maximize or restore the application:

0 (zero) Restores the application

1 Maximizes the application

Omitted Toggles between restored and maximized states

If the state of the application changes, it is activated. If the state does not change (for example, if you run the instruction AppMaximize "Microsoft Excel", 1 and Microsoft Excel is already maximized), the application is not activated.


The AppMaximize() function returns the following values.

Value

Explanation

–1

If the application is maximized

0 (zero)

If the application is not maximized


On the Macintosh, AppMaximize and AppMaximize() are not available and generate errors.

See Also

AppMinimize, AppMove, AppRestore, AppSize, DocMaximize