如果您使用默认设置运行游戏或应用程序，您可能不知道有多种显示模式。例如，大多数 PC 游戏都设置为全屏模式，但您可以将其更改为窗口或无边框模式。此外，您可以在全屏模式下查看您的网络浏览器，并使用正确的模式提高您的多任务处理技能。
在本文中，您将了解窗口、全屏和无边框模式之间的区别。因此，让我们看看它们是什么以及何时应该使用它们。
什么是窗口模式？
窗口(Windowed)模式正是它听起来的样子。应用程序或游戏在未覆盖整个屏幕的窗口内运行。您可以清楚地看到一个定义明确的边界，将窗口与环境的其余部分分开。
在窗口模式下，您可以在屏幕上拖动应用程序、调整其大小并快速访问其他应用程序。启动许多应用程序或游戏并在它们之间切换很容易，特别是如果您有多显示器设置(multi-monitor setup)。
什么是全屏模式？
当您在全屏模式下运行游戏或应用程序时，它会覆盖整个显示器。整个焦点都在游戏、图像或程序上。您不会被其他应用程序或任务栏分心。
全屏模式通常是您在 PC、Mac、Android或 iOS 设备上玩的大多数游戏的默认显示模式。但是，任务之间的切换并不那么快速和流畅，因为计算机会优先考虑处于全屏模式的任何内容。
什么是无边框窗口模式？
无边框(Borderless)窗口模式，也称为无边框全屏模式，结合了全屏和窗口模式，为您提供两全其美的体验。您正在运行的游戏或应用程序看起来像是在全屏模式下运行，因为它覆盖了您的整个屏幕，但它实际上是一个无边框窗口。
本质上，您会得到全屏模式的错觉，并且仍然可以快速切换到其他程序。这是全屏模式的最佳替代方案，尤其是在您使用多台显示器时。无边界(Borderless)模式允许您将鼠标从一台显示器无缝移动到另一台显示器，即使在玩电脑游戏时也是如此。
何时使用全屏模式
当您想将所有注意力和计算机资源集中在一个程序上时，以全屏模式(apps and games in fullscreen mode)运行您的应用程序和游戏。Windows、Mac和其他操作系统将优先考虑在全屏模式下运行的任何内容。因此，如果您的 PC 或移动设备需要一些额外的汁液来运行游戏，请坚持使用全屏视图。
全屏模式的主要缺点是它不适合多任务处理。它将您锁定在您正在运行的任何游戏或程序中。您必须使用Alt + Tab keyboard快捷键并等待计算机最小化您的应用程序。如果您正在运行要求苛刻的游戏，这可能会很痛苦，如果您正在运行双显示器设置，情况会变得更糟。
当您的应用或游戏处于全屏视图时，您的鼠标光标会停留在主显示屏上。您不能只是将其从一台显示器移动到另一台显示器，因此您将无法在等待通过加载屏幕时观看YouTube视频，除非您退出游戏。这就是无边界模式的用武之地。
何时使用无边界模式
如前所述，无边框模式看起来像全屏模式。你无法从视觉上分辨出区别。但是，如果您使用多台显示器，请坚持使用无边框模式而不是全屏模式。当您的游戏或工作停留在主显示屏上时，您可以访问您的显示屏并启动各种应用程序。但是，无边界模式有一个缺点，具体取决于您的设备。
例如，大多数操作系统（如Windows）将继续将资源专用于所有后台进程。这意味着如果您正在运行游戏或要求苛刻的应用程序，您可能会获得更少的性能和体验输入延迟。如果您需要为游戏增加一些额外的FPS，请尝试全屏模式，看看它是否有所作为。帧速率可能会提高，具体取决于游戏的优化方式。
何时使用窗口模式
(Windowed)使用应用程序或在文件夹和浏览器页面之间切换时通常使用窗口模式。它很高效，允许您调整所有窗口的大小并将它们适合您的屏幕。它非常适合多任务处理，尤其是在具有快照布局的Windows 10和 11 中。(Windows 10)
由于帧速率下降甚至输入延迟，您可能希望在运行游戏时避免窗口模式，但这并不意味着它对游戏毫无用处。如果你是复古游戏(retro games)的粉丝，你有时不得不使用窗口模式。旧(Old)的 PC 游戏在高分辨率显示器上的全屏模式下无法正常运行，但它们可以在窗口模式下运行。
如何在显示模式之间切换
您不能对所有内容都使用单一显示模式，因为它不实用。每种模式都有其优点和缺点。幸运的是，更改显示模式很简单。
对于大多数游戏，您可以从其设置菜单中更改显示模式。只需在(Just)图形(Graphics)或游戏(Game)部分中查找“显示模式”，然后从下拉菜单中更改参数。
您甚至可以在运行实际游戏之前更改某些游戏的显示模式。MMORPG(MMORPGs)通常就是这种情况，因为它们有一个启动器，可以让您访问大多数游戏设置。
有时，您可能希望在全屏和窗口模式之间快速切换，而无需通过各种菜单。在Windows PC 上，您可以使用Alt + Enter键盘快捷键轻松完成此操作，尽管它不适用于所有游戏和应用程序。至于浏览器，您可以按F11代替。
每种模式都有其用途
无论您是铁杆游戏玩家还是多任务玩家，您都会发现所有显示模式都很有用。他们每个人都在某个地方表现出色，因此请根据您的要求设置显示设置。
Windowed, Fullscreen, and Borderless Modes: Which One Is Best?
If you run your gameѕ or appѕ with thе default settings, you might not be aware of multiple dіsplay modes. For examрle, most PC games are set to fullѕcreen mode, but you can change it to windowed or borderlesѕ mode. Also, you can view your web browser in fullscreen mоde and improve your multitasking skills with the right mode.
In this article, you will learn about the differences between windowed, fullscreen, and borderless modes. So let’s see what they are and when you should use them.
What’s Windowed Mode?
Windowed mode is exactly what it sounds like. The app or game is running inside a window that doesn’t cover your whole screen. You can clearly see a well-defined border that separates the window from the rest of the environment.
In windowed mode, you can drag the app around the screen, resize it, and quickly have access to other applications. It’s easy to launch many apps or games and switch between them, especially if you have a multi-monitor setup.
What’s Fullscreen Mode?
When you’re running a game or app in fullscreen mode, it covers the entirety of your display. The whole focus is on the game, image, or program. You won’t be distracted by other apps or by the taskbar.
Fullscreen mode is usually the default display mode for most games that you play on your PC, Mac, Android, or iOS device. However, switching between tasks isn’t as quick and smooth since the computer prioritizes whatever is in fullscreen mode.
What’s Borderless Windowed Mode?
Borderless windowed mode, also known as borderless fullscreen mode, combines fullscreen and windowed mode to give you the best of both worlds. The game or app you’re running will look like it’s running in fullscreen mode since it’s covering your entire screen, but it’s actually a borderless window.
Essentially, you get the illusion of fullscreen mode and can still quickly switch to other programs. This is the best alternative to fullscreen mode particularly if you’re using more than one monitor. Borderless mode allows you to move your mouse seamlessly from one monitor to another, even when playing computer games.
When to Use Fullscreen Mode
Run your apps and games in fullscreen mode when you want to focus all your attention and computer resources on that one program. Windows, Mac, and other operating systems will prioritize whatever is running in fullscreen mode. So if your PC or mobile device needs a bit of extra juice to run a game, stick to the fullscreen view.
The major downside of fullscreen mode is that it’s not that great for multitasking. It locks you into whatever game or program you’re running. You’ll have to use the Alt + Tab keyboard shortcut and wait for the computer to minimize your app. This can be a pain if you’re running a demanding game, and it gets even worse if you’re running a dual-monitor setup.
When your app or game is in fullscreen view, your mouse cursor is stuck on the main display. You can’t just move it from one monitor to another, so you won’t be able to watch a YouTube video while waiting to get through a loading screen unless you tab out of the game. This is where borderless mode comes in.
When to Use Borderless Mode
As mentioned earlier, borderless mode looks like fullscreen mode. You can’t tell the difference visually. However, stick to borderless mode over fullscreen mode if you use multiple monitors. You can access your displays and launch various apps while your game or work stays on the main display. But, there is a downside to borderless mode, depending on your device.
Most operating systems like Windows, for example, will continue dedicating resources to all background processes. This means you might get less performance and experience input lag if you’re running a game or a demanding app. If you need to squeeze some extra FPS for your game, try fullscreen mode to see if it makes a difference. The frame rate might improve depending on how the game is optimized.
When to Use Windowed Mode
Windowed mode is usually used when working with apps or switching between folders and browser pages. It’s efficient and allows you to resize all the windows and fit them on your screen. It’s great for multitasking, especially in Windows 10 and 11 with snap layouts.
You might want to avoid windowed mode when you run games because of frame rate drops and even input lag, but that doesn’t mean it’s useless for gaming. If you’re a fan of retro games, you’ll sometimes have to use windowed mode. Old PC games don’t work well in fullscreen mode on high-resolution monitors, but they can work in windowed mode.
How to Switch Between Display Modes
You can’t use a single display mode for everything because it’s not practical. Each mode has its strengths and weaknesses. Fortunately, changing the display mode is simple.
When it comes to most games, you can change the display mode from its settings menu. Just look for “Display Mode” in the Graphics or Game section and change the parameter from the dropdown menu.
You can even change the display mode for some games before running the actual game. This is usually the case with MMORPGs because they have a launcher that gives you access to most game settings.
Sometimes, you might want to quickly change between fullscreen and windowed mode without going through various menus. On a Windows PC, you can do this easily with the Alt + Enter keyboard shortcut, although it doesn’t work in all games and apps. As for browsers, you can press F11 instead.
Each Mode Has Its Uses
Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or a multitasker, you’ll find all display modes useful. Each of them excels somewhere, so set your display settings based on your requirements.
