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OnzenHans
Brass Contributor
Mar 04, 2025

Disable Windows Snap function in AVD

Whe have an application that turns into a black screen when de snap windows comes down on the to of the screen. Disabling this on the client does not solve this issue.

Is there a way to disable this feature on the AVD host its self? By GPO or any other setting

  • Kidd_Ip's avatar
    Kidd_Ip
    MVP
    Mar 05, 2025

    Here you go:

     

    1. Group Policy (GPO) Method:

     

    • Open the Group Policy Editor on the AVD host.
    • Navigate to: User Configuration > Administrative Templates > Desktop > Desktop.
    • Look for the policy "Turn off Aero Snap" or similar.
    • Enable this policy to disable the Snap feature.

    2. Registry Method:

     

    • Open the Registry Editor on the AVD host.
    • Navigate to: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop.
    • Locate the key "WindowArrangementActive" and set its value to 0.
    • Restart the session or the host for the changes to take effect.

     

    3. Multitasking Settings:

     

    • If you have access to the AVD host's settings, go to Settings > System > Multitasking.
    • Turn off the Snap Windows option.

     

    4. Apply via PowerShell:

     

    • You can use PowerShell to modify registry settings or apply Group Policy changes remotely if you manage multiple AVD hosts.

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