Windows 10: Laptop stopped displaying to external monitor

Discus and support Laptop stopped displaying to external monitor in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Today I went out after playing some games. When I came back and turned on my laptop that was connected to a monitor, no display came up. I have tried... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by maxn2_802, Aug 21, 2021.

  1. MAXN2_802
    maxn2_802 Win User

    Laptop stopped displaying to external monitor


    Today I went out after playing some games. When I came back and turned on my laptop that was connected to a monitor, no display came up. I have tried changing out monitors and hdmi cables, reinstalling video drivers, etc. My laptop still detects the monitor and says it is working properly. Please help!

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    maxn2_802, Aug 21, 2021
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  2. DELPI767
    delpi767 Win User

    No display on laptop's external monitor-Monitor recognized but blank

    After the recent Windows 10 update, my wife's laptop no longer displays on the external monitor. All was well before the update.

    I am comfortable that Windows sees the monitor because clicking on Display Settings shows two displays. If I unplug the HDMI cable, only one display is shown.

    I have confirmed that the monitor works by trying it with another laptop. I have also changed the HDMI cable between the laptop and the external monitor.

    Device manager reports that I have the latest display driver installed.

    I would appreciate any and all suggestions.
     
    delpi767, Aug 21, 2021
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  3. EESHWAR KUMAR
    Eeshwar Kumar Win User
    Laptop suddenly stopped recognizing the external monitor

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    To assist you better, I would like to ask if the laptop is unable to recognize only the external monitor or other external devices also.

    I suggest you to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter by following the steps below:

    • Click on the Start button, and type “Troubleshooting” on the search bar.
    • Click on “Hardware and Devices”.
    • A pop-up will appear, click on the “Next” button and your hardware troubleshooting will start.

    Hope the information is helpful. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Aug 21, 2021
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  4. VIVIAN_S
    Vivian_S Win User

    Laptop stopped displaying to external monitor

    External monitor display settings

    Hi,



    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



    I understand that you are facing issues with the display scaling on your external displays. We will certainly look into this for you.

    As you are using Vizio TV, you may have to try using custom resolution settings if the in-built settings do not provide the required settings.

    For better clarity, please let us know:

    • What is the version of Windows 10 that is currently installed on your computer? You can click on Search and type
      winver.
    • Are you aware of any recent changes to the system, such as updates, after which you are facing this issue?
    • What is the make and model of your computer?


    Meanwhile, I would suggest you to check the steps mentioned in the Workaround section in

    Windows scaling issues for high-DPI devices

    I would also suggest you to check the Display drivers. Please refer

    Troubleshoot external monitor connections in Windows 10

    Set up dual monitors on Windows 10



    Let us know how it goes.

    Regards,

    Vivian S
     
    Vivian_S, Aug 21, 2021
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