Issue Category: Display / Window Position Issue
User Impact: Application appears to be running but is not visible on screen after disconnecting external display.
Issue Summary:
Users report that after using Spaceman with an external monitor and later disconnecting it, the application no longer appears on their main screen—even though it is running in the background.
This is a common Windows behavior where the system tries to reopen applications on the last-used screen, even if that screen is no longer connected.
Solutions:
Option 1: Use Windows Keyboard Shortcut to Bring Window to Main Screen
- Launch Spaceman normally (it may appear invisible).
- Press Alt + Tab to switch to Spaceman.
- Press Alt + Space, then press M (for Move).
- Use the Arrow keys (usually Left or Right) a few times.
- Move your mouse — the hidden window will now attach to your cursor.
- Click once to drop it onto your primary screen.
Option 2: Manually Edit .rdp File.
File to Reset Window Position
If the Spaceman session is launched via .rdp (Remote Desktop Protocol) file:
If the .rdp file is present:
- Right-click the .rdp file (e.g., Italy.rdp) → Open with Notepad.
- Search for the line: winposstr:s:
- Replace it with : winposstr:s:0,1,0,0,1024,768
- If not found, add this line at the bottom of the file: winposstr:s:0,1,0,0,1024,768
- Save the file and launch it again Spaceman should now appear correctly. (DO NOT "SAVE AS" use only "SAVE" option)
Additional Note:
This solution is also applicable to other applications behaving similarly when monitors are disconnected.
If the issue persists, consider resetting window layout settings in the app itself or contact IT Support.