Valorant in Windowed Mode? Don't Get Framed By Your Desktop! A Guide to Fullscreen Freedom
So you've booted up Valorant, ready to dominate the Range or spike some unsuspecting enemies. But hold on a sec, there's a problem bigger than a Jett dash – Valorant refuses to stretch across your entire screen like a fresh coat of paint. Don't fret, frustrated fragger! We've all been there, stuck in windowed mode while the enemy team roams free like bezel-less bandits. But fear not, for I, your friendly neighborhood guide (and resident meme connoisseur), am here to show you how to achieve glorious fullscreen mastery.
Step 1: Escape From Alcatraz (Except It's Your Desktop)
First things first, you need to escape the clutches of windowed mode. This isn't a prison break (although some might argue climbing the Ranked ladder feels that way), but a simple in-game setting tweak. Here's how to do it:
- Boot up Valorant (hopefully you haven't ragequit yet).
- Look up at the top right corner of your screen. See that gear icon staring back at you? That's your ticket to freedom, my friend. Click it.
- A menu will appear, filled with more options than a Raze satchel can hold. Navigate your way to the glorious land of "Settings".
- Brace yourself, for within Settings lies the key. Look for the aptly named section: "Video".
Step 2: Unleash the Fullscreen Fury (Without Actually Being Angry)
Now that you're in the video settings, it's time to unleash the fullscreen fury (although try not to get too angry – keeping calm and aiming heads is the Valorant motto, after all). Here's the final stretch:
- Under the "Video" settings, find the "Display Mode" option. This is the gatekeeper to fullscreen bliss.
- You'll likely see a few different display modes listed. Banish the evil "Windowed" mode from your thoughts forever. Instead, set your sights on the "Fullscreen" option. It's practically glowing with power, isn't it?
- Click on "Fullscreen". Bask in the warm satisfaction of a job well done.
- Don't forget to hit "Apply" to seal the deal. Imagine it like throwing a confirmation grenade on your windowed woes.
Voila! Your Valorant experience should now be gloriously fullscreen. Go forth and dominate, you magnificent marksman!
Bonus Tip: If you're feeling fancy, you can also try "Fullscreen (Borderless)" mode. This offers the benefits of fullscreen with a hint of windowed flexibility (like being able to quickly alt-tab without the game minimizing).
Now that you're a fullscreen master, remember: with great power comes great responsibility. Use your newfound freedom to rack up those kills, strategically plant the Spike, and ace your way to victory! Just don't forget to GG your opponents (even the ones who were camping in corners in windowed mode).