How to Stop Word From Opening Minimized Documents When Opening a New Document

1. Click the 'Start' Windows and select 'All Programs.' Select the 'Microsoft Office' folder.
2. Right-click the Microsoft Word program icon and select 'Properties.' A new window will appear with options specific to Microsoft Word.
3. Click on the tab labeled 'Shortcut.' There will be a field labeled 'Run' with the options of Maximized, minimized, and normal window. Select the 'Maximized' option. Click 'Ok' and the properties window will close.
4. Close Word if it hasn't been closed and restart. The program should now open all documents in maximized windows.