Minimize
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最小化
Minimize · N/A · 最小化 · MIN-uh-myz · hide window · collapse window · Operating Systems · ui · basics · everydayOperating Systemshide window collapse window/MIN-uh-myz/
Also known as: hide window, collapse window
Last updated August 9, 2026
Definition
Minimize hides a window from the main screen without closing the app, usually sending it to the taskbar or Dock so you can reopen it quickly.
Real-World Example
Minimizing a chat window clears space on screen while the conversation stays open.
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