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    Can’t change Windows 11 resolution in VirtualBox


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    Suppose you’re running Windows 11 inside Oracle VirtualBox. In that case, you may have found yourself stuck with a low, unsightly screen resolution, and the display settings offer no way to change it to something more suitable for your monitor. In this post, we’ll discuss this issue and explore what you can do to resolve […]

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    Hello Rose. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

    Troubleshoot Virtual Box won't install on Windows 11:



    https://nerdschalk.com/how-to-install-and-use-v...

    https://geekrewind.com/how-to-install-virtualbo...

    https://www.reddit.com/r/virtualbox/comments/rn...

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    https://www.reddit.com/r/virtualbox/comments/pw...

    https://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/orac...

    https://forums.virtualbox.org/viewtopic.php?t=1...

    Report back results for each step so I know what else to suggest.

    Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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    Greg Carmack - Windows MVP 2010-20 (retired), Oct 28, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    Can’t change Windows 11 resolution in VirtualBox

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    Hi,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below. Check if it helps.

    • Press Windows key on the keyboard
    • Click on settings
    • Go to Display
    • Click on Advance display settings
    • Change the resolution (1280x1024 recommended)


    Try to boot into Safe Mode with Networking or Enable low-resolution video.

    To enter into low-resolution mode
    in Windows 10 in change the settings in it, follow the steps given below.

    • Restart your PC.
    • Press Shift + F8 before the Windows logo appears.
    • Click See Advanced Repair Options.
    • Click Troubleshoot.
    • Click Advanced Options.
    • Click Windows Startup Settings.
    • Click Restart.


    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.
     
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