Helskärmsvisning

Helskärmsvisning, often translated as fullscreen mode, is a display setting where an application or content occupies the entire screen of a computer monitor or mobile device, hiding the operating system's taskbar, menu bars, and any other window borders. This provides an uninterrupted viewing experience, making it ideal for activities like watching videos, playing games, or viewing presentations.

When a program enters helskärmsvisning, it typically expands to cover all available display area. The exact behavior can vary slightly between operating systems and applications. Some applications offer a dedicated button or menu option to toggle fullscreen mode, while others might respond to keyboard shortcuts, such as the F11 key on many Windows and Linux systems. On macOS, Command+Control+F is a common shortcut. Mobile devices often enter a form of fullscreen automatically when certain apps are launched.

The primary advantage of helskärmsvisning is the increased screen real estate dedicated to the content, which can enhance immersion and focus. It eliminates distractions from other running applications or system notifications. Exiting fullscreen mode usually involves pressing the same shortcut used to enter it, or clicking a designated exit button, which then returns the application to a standard windowed state. This mode is a fundamental feature for delivering focused and immersive digital experiences across various platforms.