Windows 10: How do i change the "Active Signal Mode" resolution?

My Laptop is currently running on WIN 11. I purchased a 24" monitor and connected it to the laptop via HDMI. The laptop resolution is set to 1920x1080 recommended. However, on the monitor the display is stretched. How can I lower the resolution on the monitor without changing the resolution of the laptop display? Thanks!

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desktop resolution and active signal resolution

I have my desktop resolution set at 1280 x 1024, which is what I want,

but the active signal resolution is set at 1920 x 1080.

Where can I change the active signal resolution to 1280 x 1024?

I have tried going to "display adapter properties" and list all modes,

but this only lets me change the desktop resolution.

 

How do I forcefully change the active signal resolution?

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



I understand that you want to change the active signal resolution for the monitor that you are using.



I would suggest you to refer the troubleshooting steps mentioned below and see if that helps:

1. Press Windows Logo key + I, to open
   Settings.
   
2. Click on System and select
   Display from the left pane.
   
3. Scroll down and select Advanced Display Settings.
   
4. Click on Display adapter properties for Display # (Display 2 in your case).
   
5. Click on List All Modes under
   Adapter tab.
   
6. Now, select the resolution that your monitor supports.
   
7. Click on OK and click on
   Keep changes.
   

You may also want to try updating your graphics drivers. Refer the steps mentioned below:

1. Press Windows Logo key + X, and select
   Device Manager.
   
2. Expand Display adapters.
   
3. Right click on the graphics card
   device and select Update Driver.
   

Article for reference:
Update drivers in Windows 10.



Let us know the results, we will be glad to help you further.



Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community - Moderator

 

Changing active signal resolution on 2in1?

I have a Lenovo Yoga Book that I use for art, media, and basic gaming. When I run some games, the image is turned 90° and partially unviewable. Looking at the display settings, I believe this is because the output resolution is 1920×1200, while the active signal resolution is 1200×1920. I imagine this is due to this device's tablet mode, which is likely built for portrait mode. As I prefer landscape mode, is there a way I can change these output resolutions to match each other?