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This article will talk about how to Change Screen Resolution On Windows and Mac. You can change the resolution of your screen in Windows 11 to suit your needs, whether you’re playing a game, visiting a website that looks better in a certain resolution, or just want your computer screen to look a certain way.
In computer terms, screen resolution is the number of pixels that are spread across the screen in both directions. Two numbers stand for it. The first number shows how many pixels are in the horizontal direction. The second number shows how many pixels are in the vertical direction. The standard and recommended screen resolution is 1920 x 1080 pixels, but you can choose from different resolutions based on what you like.
Change Screen Resolution On Windows
Use Display Adapter Properties
- Press the Windows key and click Settings.
- Click System on the left panel and Display from the options on the right.
- Swipe down the menu on the right to the Related settings section and click Advanced display.
- In the Display information section, click the Display adapter properties for Display link.
- When the display properties screen opens, click the List All Modes button.
- Choose the resolution from the list of valid modes and click OK.
- Click Apply on the properties window to save the settings.
Using Intel Graphics Command Center
- Press the Windows key, type intel graphics, and select the Intel Graphics Command Center app from the top results.
- Click the Display option from the left panel.
- Ensure the General option is selected, the right monitor is selected, and click the Resolution dropdown menu.
- Choose the resolution you want to use for your display – it will change immediately without clicking any other button.
Us NVIDIA Control Center
- Right-click an empty area of the desktop and select Show more options from the context menu.
- Click NVIDIA Control Panel from the menu.
- In the Task section on the left, expand the Display section, and click Change resolution.
- Select the correct monitor, choose the screen resolution you want to use, and click the Apply button.
Faulty or Corrupt Display Drivers
Press Win + R, type devmgmt.msc, and press Enter to launch Device Management. Expand the category called Display adapters by clicking on the tiny arrow to its left. Right-click on the display adapter you want to update and select Update driver.
Change Screen Resolution On mac
on the Built-In Display
- Open the System Preferences app.
- Click Displays.
- Under Resolution, click the Scaled radio button.
- Select one of the listed options depending on whether you want more space or larger text.
- After a couple of seconds, the screen resolution should change to your new setting.
- If the options are too broad, and you’re using macOS Big Sur or earlier, you can access all the possible display resolutions by holding down the Option (Alt) key and clicking Scaled again.
- You’ll see a list of all possible resolutions.
- You can click the Show Low Resolution Modes checkbox if you want to see low resolution mode options too.
- Select your resolution, and your screen should adjust after a few seconds.
On an External Display
- Launch the System Preferences app.
- Click Displays.
- On your external monitor, you should see a second display window.
- Click the Scaled radio button to see the suggested resolution options.
- To see the full list of possible resolutions, hold down Option (Alt) and click Scaled again.
- Select your resolution and your external display should change after a few seconds.
Change Resolution for Multiple Displays on Windows
- You can change the resolution for multiple displays as well. Just like in the previous approach, go to Settings > System > Display.
- On that page, you will see your displays under the Select and rearrange displays section. In our case, we have two monitors connected to a laptop. The rectangle with the number “1” is our primary display, i.e., our laptop.
- The resolution that is set to default in this display will be applied across all the other displays. Here, the resolution of our laptop is 1920 × 1080. So, the other two displays are also set to the same resolution, i.e., 1920 × 1080.
you can visit Microsoft support center for further help.
FAQ
How do I adjust screen resolution
- Open Windows Display Settings. Right-click on the Desktop and select Display Settings.
- Select the display you want to change.
- Under Display resolution, select the desired resolution.
How do I increase my screen resolution to 1920×1080
- Stay in, or open, Display settings. Open your Display settings.
- Scroll to Scale and layout.
- Find Display resolution, and then choose an option. It’s usually best to stick with the one that’s marked (Recommended).
Why can’t I adjust my screen resolution
The standard and recommended screen resolution is 1920 x 1080 pixels, but you can choose from 16 different resolutions based on what you like.
What is my display resolution
In the search bar of the Start Menu in the lower left corner of your screen, type “Display Settings.” To open, click. Look for the resolution drop-down box in the Scale and Layout section. Take note of the answer given.
What is my Mac screen resolution
First, click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen and choose “About This Mac.” Click the “Displays” tab in the new window that appears. On the next screen, you’ll see details about the display(s) your Mac has built-in or that you’ve added.
What is a good resolution size
Most of the time, 300 PPI is the best resolution for printing. At 300 pixels per inch, or 300 DPI (dots per inch) on a printing press, an image will look sharp and clear. These images are called “high-res,” which stands for “high resolution.”