Why can't I resize the system settings window?

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Why can't I resize the system settings window?

Can only adjust vertically. Need to adjust horizontally to see all the settings options which are often cut off on the right side of the window.

Mac Studio, macOS 15.7

Posted on Dec 31, 2025 2:39 PM

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Niel

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Dec 31, 2025 2:45 PM in response to reldauts

Because all of the options are designed to fit into the window's predefined width, or for the Wallpaper settings, accessible by clicking Show All.

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lkrupp

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Dec 31, 2025 3:34 PM in response to reldauts

The answer to your question? Because Apple decided not to code it that way and there’s nothing you can do about except learn to live with it. There is no answer as to why Apple chose to do this.

As for the Wallpaper and Screen Saver panels you can simply place your cursor and swipe left or right with the track pad or mouse. Works for me.

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reldauts Author

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Dec 31, 2025 3:04 PM in response to Niel

No, they are not all designed to fit into the window's predefined width. As of 15.7.2, the Screen Saver panel has objects that are cut off on the right side of the panel.

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