Workspace Doesn't Retain Window Size

WORKAROUND

To open a workspace file with maximized windows, use either of the following methods:

• Manually maximize the active window by clicking the Maximize button in the upper-right corner of the document window.
  
  -or-
• Create a Visual Basic for Applications macro that automatically maximizes the active window when you open the workbook.

Macro Example

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   Sub Auto_Open()
       ActiveWindow.WindowState = xlMaximized
   End Sub