Windows 10: Can't change screen resolution

Discus and support Can't change screen resolution in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; I can't change screen resolution of the laptop it has windows 10 and I think this issue occur after recent 2014 update... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by YusufY1, Aug 31, 2020.

  1. YusufY1 Win User

    Can't change screen resolution


    I can't change screen resolution of the laptop it has windows 10 and I think this issue occur after recent 2014 update

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    YusufY1, Aug 31, 2020
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  2. Screen Resolution too big

    Hello,

    Firstly, try to install all the available Windows Updates and check if it fixes the issue.

    I suggest you to change the screen resolution settings and check if it fixes the issue. Follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows key and type Change Screen Resolution and click on the option listed.
    • Under resolution try changing the resolution settings.

    Also try to install the latest drivers from the manufacturer website and check.

    Hope this will fix the issue, if not let us know with the updated status and we will be happy to assist you further.
     
    Anju Thekkethil, Aug 31, 2020
    #2
  3. Screen Resolution

    Hi Daniel,



    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you have a few doubts regarding your Windows 10 screen resolution. Let me help you.




    • Do you see any error message or error code on the screen?

    • What is the model of your computer?

    • Are you able to access the modern apps?


    I suggest you to update the Display Adapter Drivers

    Step 1: Update the Display Adapter driver.

    • Press Windows key + X key when you are at desktop.
    • Select Device Manager.
    • Expand Display Adapter.
    • Right on the Display Adapter and click on
      Update driver software.
    Refer to: How
    to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10




    Step 2: Please follow the below steps to change the resolution of the screen and check:

    • Type Change screen resolution in the
      Search
      box from the desktop.
    • Under Resolution search for the Recommended resolution and click on
      Apply.
    • A windows pops up saying "Keep these display settings", then select
      Keep changes.


    I hope the issue will be resolved. Please reply with the updated status of the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.



    Thank you.
     
    Aswin_Anand, Aug 31, 2020
    #3
  4. Can't change screen resolution

    Resolution?

    Hi Ryan,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you want to change the screen resolution in Windows 10. We will assist you to resolve this issue.

    Before we proceed, we require more information to assist you better.

    • What are the options you are getting?
    • How exactly are you trying to change the screen resolution?

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided below to change the screen resolution.

    • Right click on desktop.
    • Select Display settings.
    • Click on Advance display settings.
    • Under resolution drop down, you can select the option 1600x900.


    Hope this information is helpful. For any further assistance on Windows, feel free to post your query on Microsoft Community Forum.

    Thank you.
     
    Syed Md Bilal, Aug 31, 2020
    #4
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