Introduction
FileZilla is a popular open-source FTP (File Transfer Protocol) client used for transferring files between local and remote servers. When using FileZilla, you might need to open multiple windows for managing different transfers or accessing different servers. However, if you're using Windows 11 and FileZilla remembers the last placed window but opens it on the wrong screen, you can follow these steps to ensure FileZilla always opens on the desired screen.
Step 1: Check FileZilla Settings
Before making any changes, ensure that FileZilla's settings are not causing the issue. Open FileZilla and go to the "Edit" menu, then select "Settings." In the "Settings - FileZilla Client" window, go to the "Interface" tab. Check if the "Remember last window size, position, and settings for this site" option is enabled. If it is, try disabling it and see if the issue persists.
Step 2: Check Windows Display Settings
If disabling the "Remember last window size, position, and settings for this site" option didn't help, check your Windows display settings. Right-click on the desktop and select "Display settings." Make sure the correct monitor is set as the primary display. If not, click on the monitor you want to set as the primary display and click "Set as primary."
Step 3: Use the "Start in" Property
Another way to ensure FileZilla opens on the desired screen is by using the "Start in" property. Right-click on the FileZilla shortcut, select "Properties," and go to the "Shortcut" tab. In the "Run" field, add the following command: "C:\Program Files\FileZilla Client\filezilla.exe" --new-instance --detach. Replace "C:\Program Files\FileZilla Client\filezilla.exe" with the actual path to the FileZilla executable on your system. This command will open a new instance of FileZilla in a detached window, which should open on the screen where you launched the shortcut.
Step 4: Use the Registry Editor
If none of the above steps worked, you can try using the Registry Editor to set the default window position for FileZilla. Open the Registry Editor by typing "regedit" in the Start menu search bar. Navigate to the following key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\FileZilla Project\FileZilla. If the "FileZilla" key doesn't exist, create it. Right-click on an empty space in the right pane and select "New" > "DWORD (32-bit) Value." Name the new value "LastGoodPosition." Double-click on the new value and set its value data to the desired window position in the format X,Y,W,H, where X and Y are the coordinates of the top-left corner, and W and H are the width and height of the window, respectively.
By following the steps outlined above, you should be able to ensure FileZilla always opens on the desired screen in Windows 11. If you encounter any issues or have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.