Windows 10: How do I specify a custom display resolution in Windows 10?

First of all, this question is about inputting a display resolution that doesn't exist on any physical monitor like e.g. 1234x5678, not about picking from the dropdown list.

Secondly, no help from the (barebones) graphics driver can be expected here. Everything must be done on the OS level.

Finally, this is a VM so any resolution can be supported as it's basically just painting a window. Heck, the current resolution is 1046x1527 and my goal is to shorten the window to maybe 1046x1200ish without spending hours dragging window borders 1 pixel at a time trying to get it just right.

:)

 

screen resolutions?

Please follow the steps on how to change the screen resolution:

• Right-click on your desktop.
  
• Click Display settings.
  
• On the lower part of the Customize your display window, click Advanced display settings.
  
• Choose the resolution you want to use, then click Apply to save the changes.
  

Feel free to post back should you need further help.

 

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.

 

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.