Fix Legacy Resizing Issues in Windows 10

We covered how to easily resolve “Legacy Resizing Issues” in Windows 10  in this post. We are fully aware that many users have always had resizing problems in Legacy. Therefore, you should definitely follow the instructions below if attempting to resize the window always results in it returning to its original size.

Fix Legacy Resizing Issues

To fix the Legacy resizing problem, you simply need to take a few actions, like turning off the “Show window contents while dragging” option in the Windows 10 Appearance & Performance section, as shown in the screenshot below.

1. First, choose Windows “Start” from the toolbar’s lower left corner, then type “Appearance” in the designated field.
2. And then the option that says “Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows” should be clicked.
3. Next, you would have to select the “Visual Effects” tab and disable the “Show window contents while dragging”

Note: The Screen Fonts set 10.1 in Legacy customization:

IMPORTANT: Remember to turn the “Stretch fonts when resizing” option ON.
>Several users have also told us that if you close the database but leave Legacy open (file>close file in Legacy), fewer redraws will occur, which will help to lessen the resizing issue. To have the issue fixed you should follow the steps mentioned here;

1. You would need to select “Close File” from the File menu to end the open family file. You should note that the Legacy application still remains active.
2. Alternatively, go ahead and adjust the window’s size as needed.
3. And now you can simply ‘Reopen’ the family file of your choice.

NOTE: Here’s an article that might help to resolve this issue if you’re using Windows 11:

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/enable-or-disable-show-window-contents-while-dragging-in-windows-11.6560/?fbclid=IwAR1gn7xQt_cxuW-9W5Y4dt5DuR-ddnwAzI2tVjcMRTl-YYhG6t4naWYbuJY#One

Conclusion

Now that you have gone through the above steps, we hope that you are over with ‘Legacy Resizing Issues’. However, if in case you still encounter any resizing problems in Legacy then you can contact our Legacy Family Tree Help Support number +1-800-697-1474. at any time. We have the best tech support that is available 24/7 live chat and are dedicated to assisting you with the topmost effective solutions immediately.