Windows 10: Screen Resolution Went Wonky

Discus and support Screen Resolution Went Wonky in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; Last November, after a severe issue where system restore made things worse, the resolution on my monitor changed. The problem is, Windows says it is... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by Marcia_mother_of_teery, Jan 30, 2020.

  1. Screen Resolution Went Wonky


    Last November, after a severe issue where system restore made things worse, the resolution on my monitor changed. The problem is, Windows says it is still 1440 x 900, but other programs such as Quicken complain that the resolution is too low, quite a few don't display the way they used to, and one that saves the icon layout says the resolution is 1152x720.


    I found an answer here from November 2017 saying the "latest Windows Update" had done exactly this, but the solution was to roll back the display driver. I gave it a try, and that option is greyed out for me. Of course, my issue happened two years later.


    I've learned to live with it until Quicken complained. I've never used Quicken before have continued to use MS Money, but it just went belly up, and the last thing I need is for Quicken to be fouled up. Please help!

    :)
     
    Marcia_mother_of_teery, Jan 30, 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, Jan 30, 2020
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  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, Jan 30, 2020
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  4. Jomel Ber Win User

    Screen Resolution Went Wonky

    Increasing mirrored screen resolution

    Hi Sam,

    To further assist you, we would like to know what is the make and model of your HD TV? We also suggest that you check if there's an option to change the resolution through your TV.

    You can also follow these steps on how to adjust screen resolution through Control Panel:

    • Open Control Panel, under Appearance and Personalization, click
      Adjust screen resolution.
    • Click the name of your HD TV, then click the drop down for Resolution.

    Let us know if you need further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Jomel Ber, Jan 30, 2020
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