Windows 10: connecting to external monitor whilst in tablet mode

currently running windows 10 on a envy x360, im trying to connect it to a external monitor while in tablet mode. However when i try to connect while in tablet mode the monitor goes black, is there a work around for this?

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Tablet Mode toggle greyed out - NOT connected to a different monitor

Hi,

Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

I suggest you to sign-out from the current user account, restart the computer, sign-in and check if it helps.

Follow the below to enable Tablet mode on Windows 10:

• Press Windows+ I keys, click on System icon.
• Click on Tablet Mode on the left side, and select Use tablet mode,
  Use desktop mode, or Use the appropriate mode for my hardware under
  When I sign in on the right side for what you want.
• When finished, you can close Settings if you like.

Also, I suggest you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

Steps:

• Connect to the internet.
• Press Windows key and type updates.
• Click on Check for updates.
• Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
• Try to install the updates being shown.

Hope it helps. Try the above and update us the status of accessing Tablet mode for further assistance.

Thank you.

 

Tablet Mode doesn't automatically turn on

Hi Roice,

We suggest you to follow the below steps to make the tablet mode permanent:

• Click start and select settings.
• Select settings and then select tablet mode.
• Now you have different options to choose from, please choose settings that suits you.

Hope this information helps.

 

No tablet mode with multiple monitors connected

Hello,

Thank you for posting your concern here in Microsoft Community and welcome to the Windows 10 family. I would be happy to assist you.

From the description provided, I understand that the tablet mode could not be started when multiple monitors are attached to the computer.

As an initial troubleshooting, I would suggest you to follow these steps to run the troubleshooter:

a) Write Troubleshooting in the search box and hit enter.

b) Click on Troubleshooting
tab.

c) Click on view all option on the upper left corner.

d) Select the Hardware and Device
options from the list.

e) Click Next to run the Hardware and Device
Troubleshooter.

Kindly keep us posted on the status of the issue. If it still persists, please do let us know and we would be happy to help you further.

Thank You.