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Overview

Quick Access is fully customizable-you can resize the floating window to match your workflow preferences. Whether you prefer a compact view that stays out of the way or a large preview window to see more snippets at once, Quick Access adapts to your needs. This guide shows you how to resize and position Quick Access for optimal productivity.

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Why Resizing Matters

Different workflows need different window sizes:
  • Compact Mode: Small window for quick snippet insertion without blocking your view
  • Preview Mode: Larger window to browse snippets with full content previews
  • Multi-Monitor: Different sizes for different screen configurations
  • Media Heavy: Larger window to preview video and audio content comfortably

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How to Resize

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Step-by-Step Guide

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1. Open Quick Access

Press Option + Space (Mac) or Ctrl + Space (Windows/Linux) to open the Quick Access window.

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2. Locate the Resize Handle

Move your cursor to any edge or corner of the Quick Access window. The cursor will change to a resize icon (↔️ or ↕️).

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3. Drag to Resize

Click and drag the edge or corner:
  • Edges: Resize width or height independently
  • Corners: Resize both width and height simultaneously
  • Smooth Resizing: The window resizes in real-time as you drag

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4. Release to Set

Release the mouse button when you reach your desired size. Quick Access remembers this preference.

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5. Automatic Persistence

Your custom size is saved automatically. Next time you open Quick Access, it will appear at the same size.

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Optimal Sizes for Different Use Cases

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Compact Mode (Small)

Size: ~400px × 300px Best For:
  • Quick snippet insertion
  • Minimal screen obstruction
  • Laptop screens (13” or smaller)
  • When you know exactly what snippet you need
Workflow: 
1. Open Quick Access (small window)
2. Type exact snippet name
3. Press Enter immediately
4. Back to work in <2 seconds

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Standard Mode (Medium)

Size: ~600px × 500px (default) Best For:
  • General use
  • Balancing preview and screen space
  • Single monitor setups
  • Browsing snippets while seeing current work
Workflow: 
1. Open Quick Access
2. Search and see 5-7 snippets at once
3. Preview content before inserting
4. Select and insert

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Preview Mode (Large)

Size: ~900px × 700px or larger Best For:
  • Media-rich snippets (audio/video)
  • Complex snippets with lots of code
  • Large monitors (27” or bigger)
  • When you want to read full snippet content
  • Multi-line code snippets
Workflow: 
1. Open Quick Access (large window)
2. Browse visually through thumbnails
3. Preview full video/audio content
4. Read entire code blocks before inserting

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Ultrawide Mode (Extra Large)

Size: Full width of monitor, medium height Best For:
  • Ultrawide monitors
  • Side-by-side snippet comparison
  • When working with multiple snippet types simultaneously
  • Power users who need maximum visibility

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Positioning on Screen

Quick Access appears where you last positioned it:

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Center Screen (Default)

  • Appears in the center of your active monitor
  • Best for focused work
  • Easy to reach from any application

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Top of Screen

  • Move Quick Access to top of screen
  • Mimics macOS Spotlight behavior
  • Stays out of the way of main content

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Custom Position

  • Drag Quick Access anywhere on screen
  • Position persists across sessions
  • Great for multi-monitor workflows

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Multi-Monitor Support

Quick Access is smart about multiple monitors:

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Active Monitor Detection

  • Opens on the monitor where your cursor is currently active
  • Automatically detects which screen you’re working on
  • No need to manually move between monitors

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Per-Monitor Sizing

While Quick Access uses one global size setting, you can:
  1. Resize once on your main monitor
  2. The size applies to all monitors
  3. Or adjust each time you switch if you prefer different sizes per monitor

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Monitor Switching

Quick Access follows your cursor: 
Working on Monitor 1 → Press shortcut → Opens on Monitor 1
Move to Monitor 2 → Press shortcut → Opens on Monitor 2

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Keyboard Shortcuts for Window Management

While there are no built-in keyboard shortcuts for resizing, you can use OS-level window management:

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macOS (with Rectangle or Magnet)

  • Assign custom shortcuts to resize Quick Access
  • Snap to predefined sizes
  • Move between monitors with keyboard

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Windows (with PowerToys FancyZones)

  • Create custom zones for Quick Access
  • Snap to zones with keyboard shortcuts
  • Consistent sizing across applications

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Linux (with i3 or similar)

  • Configure window rules for Quick Access
  • Set default sizes and positions
  • Keyboard-driven window management

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Best Practices

Start with Default: Use the standard size first, then adjust based on your actual usage patterns.
Match Your Monitor: On smaller laptops, go compact. On large monitors, make it bigger to take advantage of screen real estate.
Consider Content Type: If you work mostly with media snippets, keep it large. For text-only, smaller works fine.
Test Different Sizes: Try different sizes for a day each and see what feels most natural for your workflow.

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Advanced Tips

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Maximize Preview Space

For maximum content visibility:
  1. Resize Quick Access to full screen height
  2. Keep width at ~60% of monitor
  3. Position on left or right side
  4. Use as a persistent snippet browser

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Minimal Footprint

For fastest insertion workflow:
  1. Make Quick Access as small as readable
  2. Position at top-center of screen
  3. Use fuzzy search (type fast, don’t browse)
  4. Muscle memory for common snippets

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Adaptive Sizing

Switch sizes based on task:
  • Writing: Medium size for browsing content
  • Coding: Large size to preview full code blocks
  • Quick tasks: Small size for rapid insertion

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Troubleshooting

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Window Too Small to Resize

If Quick Access becomes too small to grab edges:
  1. Close Quick Access
  2. Reset settings in main Snippets AI app
  3. Reopen-should return to default size

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Size Not Persisting

If your custom size doesn’t save:
  1. Check app permissions (may need file system access)
  2. Update to latest version of Snippets AI
  3. Report bug if issue persists

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Performance Issues When Large

If Quick Access lags when resized very large:
  • Reduce window size slightly
  • Close other applications to free memory
  • Update graphics drivers

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What’s Next

Quick Access Overview

Learn all the features of Quick Access

Audio & Video Preview

Make Quick Access larger to better preview media content

Keyboard Shortcuts

Learn all keyboard shortcuts to navigate Quick Access efficiently