[WEB4LIB] Re: constructive criticism on this list?

[Robert Tiess]

"Drew, Bill" wrote:
> I am investigating possible alternatives to the javascript.  Is there a way
> to configure IE so it loads initially full screen when a new browser is
> opened?

Yes, two ways, but this is only effective until someone presses CTRL+N, right-clicks a link and opens a page in a new window, or presses F11.

The first way is to type this command:

   iexplore -k http://yourURLgoeshere

This launches Internet Explorer in "kiosk" mode.  This command could be made the Target of a Windows shortcut on the desktop and/or can be placed in the Programs / Startup folder to launch IE immediately in full screen mode.

The second way -- which is permanent until you manually update the registry -- is to change the FullScreen value from no to yes in the Windows registry.  No one should go anywhere near the registry unless they're experienced and have backed it up before hand in case it needs to be restored.  Editing the registry can cause Windows to become unstable or inoperable.

That said, if you launch REGEDIT and click down through HKEY_USERS / Software / Microsoft / Internet Explorer / Main you eventually get a bunch of settings.  The FullScreen defaults to no, which causes Internet Explorer to open normally with its menu bar, etc.  Changing that value to yes causes Internet Explorer to launch in full screen mode.  At least that's what it does on my system....

Unless used in conjunction with other software that can eliminate CTRL+N, etc., either method is only a partial solution if someone knows how to get out of full screen mode.  If you don't mind that and just want the initial screen in full screen, either solution may work for you without having to rely on any scripting.

Hope that helps.

Robert