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Discus and support Windows 11 dual monitors, how do I change the identity? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Ok, I have a new computer and it has windows 11 installed. I have a new monitor and an older monitor. I have the new monitor already hooked up to the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by SteveClineman, Mar 10, 2024.

  1. Windows 11 dual monitors, how do I change the identity?


    Ok, I have a new computer and it has windows 11 installed. I have a new monitor and an older monitor. I have the new monitor already hooked up to the new computer. I am trying to setup my old monitor to have a dual monitor setup. However it seems, Microsoft will not allow it's users to decide anymore. No matter what I do my older monitor shows as 1 and my much better monitor, the one already being used on my computer as 2. It's very frustrating! I simply want my new monitor to be identified as 1 NOT 2.Can 1. Someone from this multiBillion dollar company do a useful update and have it let the U

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    SteveClineman, Mar 10, 2024
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  3. Riel Alc Win User
    Windows 10 Dual Monitor issue

    Hi Lisa,

    For us to better assist you with your dual monitor issue in Windows 10, we'd like to know the following:

    • Were there any changes made to your computer prior to this issue (Windows updates)?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried to resolve this?

    We're looking forward to your reply.
     
    Riel Alc, Mar 10, 2024
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  4. Windows 11 dual monitors, how do I change the identity?

    Trouble with 2 monitors

    Hi Tim,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I suggest you to change the settings to Extended Monitor and check if it helps.

    Please follow below steps:

    • Right Click any ware of the Desktop, and launch Personalization.
    • Go to dual monitor settings under personalization, and change it Extended Monitor.
    Please get back to us for future support, we’ll be glad to assist you further.



    Thank you.
     
    Prabhavathi Patil, Mar 10, 2024
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