Windows 10: How do I reset my screen resolution back to default?

Discus and support How do I reset my screen resolution back to default? in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; I was messing around in my settings because I was curious and ended up changing my screen resolution. The "recommended" settings make everything... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by TortelliniK, Jan 29, 2021.

  1. TORTELLINIK
    TortelliniK Win User

    How do I reset my screen resolution back to default?


    I was messing around in my settings because I was curious and ended up changing my screen resolution. The "recommended" settings make everything seem... crunchy, and the other settings either don't fit my monitor or make everything huge. The one I currently have it set to makes everything squished, but it's the easiest to look at. I've tried looking through every post on here I could, but didn't find anything that worked for me.


    I don't know how to change it back to the way it was before. Any help is greatly appreciated.

    :)
     
    TortelliniK, Jan 29, 2021
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  2. ANJU THEKKETHIL
    Anju Thekkethil Win User

    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, Jan 29, 2021
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  3. TWILYTH
    twilyth Win User
    HELP! How reset bad screen resolution

    I set the resolution to one the monitor didn't like. I intended to wait the 15 seconds for a reset but hit the enter key (don't ask) thus taking the "ok" default.

    Resetting the resolution in safe mode has no effect.

    Thanks.
     
    twilyth, Jan 29, 2021
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  4. ASWIN_ANAND
    Aswin_Anand Win User

    How do I reset my screen resolution back to default?

    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, Jan 29, 2021
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