Windows – How to disable maximize-on-top-drag

aeroaero-snapwindows 7

In Windows 7, if you drag a window by its title bar to the top of the screen, the window maximizes.

This annoys me — if I am dragging a window to the top of the screen, it is because I am positioning it so I can see it and something else. If I want to maximize, I'll click the maximize button.

Does anyone know how to turn off this feature?

Best Answer

I love this feature, but this link answers your question.

  • Go to Control Panel.
  • Click on Ease of Access link or Ease of Access Center icon.
  • Select Change how your mouse works or Make the mouse easier to use option.
  • Tick the check box for Prevent Windows from being automatically arranged when moved to the edge of the screen with the mouse under “Make it easier to manage windows” section.