diff --git a/aqt/deckconf.py b/aqt/deckconf.py
index 529c080b4..c2c7ce4e4 100644
--- a/aqt/deckconf.py
+++ b/aqt/deckconf.py
@@ -32,6 +32,9 @@ class DeckConf(QDialog):
                      SIGNAL("clicked()"),
                      self.onRestore)
         self.setWindowTitle(_("Options for %s") % self.deck['name'])
+        # qt doesn't size properly with altered fonts otherwise
+        self.show()
+        self.adjustSize()
         self.exec_()
 
     def setupCombos(self):