Monitor screen resolution. What screen resolution is best for a monitor?
Question from a user
Hello.
I had an error with the image... One game was launched, for some reason the error suddenly appeared: "... that the AMD video driver was stopped due to...", and then I noticed that everything on the monitor screen became large .
Also, if earlier I could place a hundred shortcuts on the desktop, now there are already 10 - and almost half of the space is gone! How so, what needs to be done to return everything to its previous state?
Anatoly.
Good time everyone!
This happens due to the fact that the optimal screen resolution (in your case, the video driver may have crashed, and because of this the resolution has gone down).
Actually, if you explain in simple words, That screen resolution- this is the number of points along which the picture is built on the monitor. Of course, the more dots, the clearer and more accurate the contours of the image.
Each monitor has its own optimal resolution, which, in most cases, is worth choosing (if you set the resolution higher than the recommended one, then the text and some elements will become too small and difficult to read, if less than the recommended one, everything on the screen will become large, like the author of the question).
So, let's get down to business...
Ratio to screen diagonal
In general, as I said above, each monitor has its own optimal resolution, which (usually) is what Windows sets by default (by at least if you have everything installed necessary drivers). In some cases this doesn't happen...
Permission is related to monitor diagonal . The larger the diagonal, the higher the resolution, as a rule. If anyone doesn’t know, the diagonal is measured in inches (1 inch = 2.53 cm).
What is diagonal and how is it measured (1 inch = 2.53 cm)
Just below I have given a table that relates the diagonal of the monitor and its resolution (please note that the numbers are relative (although this is most often the case), because each manufacturer sets its own parameters).
| Diagonal | Permission | Designation | Format (aspect ratio) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15.0 | 1024x768 | XGA | 4:3 |
| 15.6 (laptop) | 1366x768 | HD | 16:9 |
| 17.0 | 1280x1024 | SXGA | 5:4 |
| 17.0 | 1440x900 | WXGA+ | 16:10 |
| 17.3
(laptop) |
1600:900 or | Full HD | 16:9 |
| 19.0 | 1280x1024 | SXGA | 5:4 |
| 19.0 | 1440x900 | WXGA+ | 16:10 |
| 20.1 | 1400x1050 | SXGA+ | 4:3 |
| 20.1 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA+ | 16:10 |
| 20.1 | 1600x1200 | UXGA | 4:3 |
| 20.8 | 2048x1536 | QXGA | 4:3 |
| 21.0 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA+ | 16:10 |
| 21.3 | 1600x1200 | UXGA | 4:3 |
| 22.0 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA+ | 16:10 |
| 22.2 | 3840x2400 | WQUXGA | 16:10 |
| 23.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
| 24.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
| 26.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
| 27.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
| 30.0 | 2560x1600 | WQXGA+ | 16:10 |
Also, monitors can have different aspect ratios (square-shaped, elongated rectangular, etc.). The table below just links the resolution to the aspect ratio.
Setting the optimal resolution
By the way, to find out the current monitor resolution, you can use online services:
Important!
If you don't have video driver icons in the tray, desktop, or panel Windows management- most likely you do not have video drivers.
Also, if they are not there, you will not be able to change the resolution (there will simply not be an optimal option in the list). Until you install new drivers (or update the “old ones”), the problem cannot be fixed.
I have a detailed article on updating video adapter drivers on my blog, I recommend you read it:
In the IntelHD video driver (nVidia, AMD)
This is one of the most simple ways quickly change many screen parameters: resolution, brightness, contrast, color scheme, sweep frequency, etc.
If you have a video driver installed, then you just need to use the tray icon next to the clock (or click right click mouse anywhere on the desktop). In my case it is IntelHD, in yours it may also be AMD ( Ati Radeon), or nVidia (GeForce).
In the settings, as a rule, you need to open the main parameters section (in IntelHD this is “Basic Settings”. In general, many parameters and menu variations depend on the version of your video driver: all possible options to provide in the article is unrealistic ☺).
You need to alternately change the resolution - choose the one that is most convenient and comfortable for work. Focus first on what is recommended. If the elements on the screen are too small, try moving the resolution down 1-2 points, making it a little smaller.
On Windows 7
If you have Windows 7, then you just need to right-click in any free space desktop, and select “Screen Resolution” in the menu that appears, see screenshot below.
Next, in the "Resolution" tab, you can see what you have selected in current time, and what else can be installed. The optimal resolution is usually marked as “Recommended” (see screenshot below). Most often, they choose either best option, or 1-2 points lower (so that the picture and text on the screen are larger, relevant for monitors with a large diagonal).
Screen customization in Windows 7
On Windows 8/10
Press a combination of buttons Win+R, then enter the command desk.cpl and press Enter. See screenshot below.
Next, the “Screen” section will open and you can change many parameters: brightness, text (font) size, resolution, etc. Open Extra options, see what permissions you can set (see example below).
By the way, if you don’t have such a list, and the optimal resolution is not indicated at all, most likely (as I said above) you simply don’t have a video driver. Try updating it (I provided the link to the article above).
Important!
If you have an old one CRT monitor(these are so thick ☺, there are few of them now, but they are used in some places) - be sure to check sweep frequency (measured in Hz).
This parameter should not be less than 85 Hz (at 60 Hz, the flickering of the monitor is very noticeable, which causes discomfort and). It's even better if you set it to 100 Hz.
In the century high technology the market is replete with various types computer peripherals. And once again buying a monitor for your personal computer, a person asks a reasonable question about what size and model of screen he wants. This, of course, depends, first of all, on the purpose for which it is purchased, and only after that one or another model is selected. In any case, the first thing the owner of new equipment will want to see is a high-quality picture. And this is directly affected by screen resolution.
Which screen resolution is better?
Permission– this is the size of the image displayed on the monitor screen (measured in pixels). The more pixels, the clearer and better quality the picture.
Today the most popular is Full HD (1920x1080). In general, any manufactured monitor has its own recommended characteristics. For example, for monitors measuring 17-19 inches, the manufacturer recommends setting 1280x1024. It is at this value that the monitor will work the best way. And if we consider the 15-inch version, then the standard resolution will be 1024x768. It is worth noting that this parameter You can change it yourself and adjust it to suit yourself, but remember, if you use a resolution less than the standard one, the picture will have a cloudy effect, which will obviously bring inconvenience and discomfort. Much also depends on the diagonal of the monitor; the larger it is, the correspondingly higher the screen resolution will be.
So, there is no clear answer to the question of what resolution an ideal monitor should have. First of all, you need to clearly understand why it is being purchased, and only after that delve into the characteristics of choosing the optimal resolution. These include: the size of the screen diagonal, its format, the type of built-in matrix, as well as the number of hertz (this parameter applies to CRT displays). In addition to these factors, resolution may also be affected by the basis on which operating system PC is working.
T matrix types
Today in production used in monitors. And suitable for every type of activity different types models.
- TN matrices (Twisted Nematic). Cheapness and speed are its main advantages. Basically, equipment with such a matrix is accessible to anyone who prefers to play computer games. Of the minuses it is worth noting poor quality color transmission and minimal viewing angle.
- IPS (In-Plane Switching). The manufacturer of such matrices is the Japanese company Hitachi. Since the previous type of matrix was characterized by poor color reproduction, the company primarily focused on this factor. The color on equipment with such a matrix is very distinct, bright and saturated. Regarding the viewing angle, the developers also did a great job. And if compared with previous model, then the angle became much larger. Among the disadvantages we can highlight big time pixel response (60 ms).
- S-IPS (Super). After some time, devices with such matrices appeared, main feature of which the response time was reduced several times compared to the previous type (16 ms).
- VA (Vertical Alignmetn) is a kind of compromise solution between the two previous types of matrices. If we compare, there is much better color rendition and almost instant response time. But as for the transmission of halftones, it is worse than its predecessors, plus it is not the best viewing angle.
To summarize, I would like to say that the choice depends on how you are going to use the equipment. For games and applications, the main factor will be response speed, and for design work, excellent color reproduction will be the main factor.
Optimal distance to monitor
Many users often do not pay attention to the distance between them and the monitor, but in vain, because this can directly affect their vision. There is a special formula that is used to determine the distance from the eyes to the monitor ( display diagonal is multiplied by 1 or 1.5). Or you can rely on old way, which says that the distance from the eyes to the display should be measured with an outstretched arm.
Now let’s look at resolutions for specific monitors separately.
Monitors 17″
The standard resolution for monitors of this diagonal is 1024x768 pixels. But on wide-format monitor models, the picture at standard 1024x768 looks bad, to put it mildly. Therefore, you can safely resort to the value 1920x1080 Full HD (if it is supported by the device). And you can determine this by going to the “Screen Resolution” menu and turning the resolution slider to maximum value. If the image is clear, then this format supported.
For CRT models, the standard resolution is 1280x1024. It is not recommended to set it higher yourself; the image will become cloudy. In general, such monitors are little used and are slowly becoming a thing of the past.
Monitors 19″
As for wide-format 19-inch monitors, for comfortable work You will need to set the resolution to 1920x1080. At the same time, there is no need to be afraid of damaging your eyesight, even sitting in front of a monitor with such a resolution all day long.
If we consider a 19″ CRT monitor, then the value here will be different and equal to 1600x1200 pixels. By increasing it, the picture will cause discomfort, so it is better to leave it at the standard one.
Monitors 22″
Such models are available with different standard resolutions: Full HD, 2K. Therefore, here you can experiment with its settings. Sometimes it happens that a certain monitor should be 2K according to the standard, but in reality better picture shows itself in Full HD resolution. In general, the setting is individual and depends only on the user’s preferences.
Monitors 23″
This is an option for monitors that are more difficult to install in the workplace or at home due to their size. What resolution will be comfortable for working on 23-inch monitors? Values may vary (Full HD, 2K or 4K). At the same time, the standard provides for 2K format. In the case of 4K, you should understand that not all operating systems and applications are adapted for this resolution, so there may be problems with it. Often, in order to use 4K, you must install a special driver.
Monitors starting from 23 inches are classified as hazardous to eyesight, so when improper use and if the permission is set incorrectly, they can harm you.
Monitors 30″
Such monitors are rarely found in regular user, but among gamers and professionals in one field or another, this is a fairly common unit. The price for such models is usually quite high. U 30 inch models You can safely set the resolution to 4K, provided that the monitor supports it. It is not recommended to set 1920x1080 (Full HD) on such a display, because it will look very bad.
On some "thirties" 2K will also display the picture perfectly. In general, everything here depends on the specifics of the manufacturer. All information about which resolution will be best for specific device usually provided in the instructions for it. Such monitors are often used by designers as well as in the gaming industry.
When purchasing a new monitor for your system unit consultants at any electronics store may ask you what screen resolution you prefer for your monitor. For those to whom such a question may seem like something from the Chinese literacy section, let’s break it down. So.
What is screen resolution?
Let's start with what the image that we see on the monitor is. Any picture is assembled from special points - pixels. To somehow understand what we are talking about, let’s draw an analogy with embroidery. From monotonous crosses different color the result is some kind of picture or pattern. So here, pixels are like crosses on embroidery, only they are much smaller and tightly pressed against each other, so there is no feeling that the image consists of individual dots, but looks whole. In addition, they are able to take on different colors as required by the situation. Thanks to this, we watch movies, pictures, switch different windows and instantly see the corresponding changes on the monitor.
Pixels - nowhere without them
Pixels can be square or in some cases rectangular. There was even a wave of replacement of the beloved square monitors with more elongated ones, which sometimes stretched the images too much. But more on that later.
It is the number of these same pixels per unit length, or in other words their density, that determines the resolution of monitor screens.
Screen Resolution Options
The main parameters of monitor resolution are height and width. So, if you go to the control panel on your computer and go to the screen settings section, you can go to this window (this particular window is for users of the Windows 7 operating system), which you will see in the photo below.
IN in this case the monitor has installed maximum resolution 1366 x 768 pixels. What does it mean? This means that the width from the left to the right sides of the monitor is 1366 pixels, and from top to bottom - 768. This is the optimal resolution of the monitor screen, given as an example, in which information from the screen will be transmitted as clearly and conveniently as possible for a person with normal, normal vision.
We also see that the monitor can be set to another, lower resolution. By reducing the width to 1024 pixels, for example, images can be made to appear more stretched. That is, in fact, the physical number of pixels that determines the resolution of the monitor screen does not change, it remains the same, but the display of images will be the same as it would be with a different resolution.
The most popular screen formats
The shape of pixels was mentioned above, so let’s look at this issue in more detail.
Previously, and we are talking about a hundred years since the appearance of the first films, all monitors of the first models of televisions and computers had a 4:3 format. Even when there were no televisions yet, silent films were shot in this format. What do these numbers mean? This is the aspect ratio of the display element, one might say the ratios of the height and width of the monitor. So, the dimensions can be as follows: 16:12 = 4x4:3x4, 40:30 = 4x10:3x10. Analogue TVs for the most part have this particular format and, accordingly, analogue TV shows are also “fitted” to fit the 4:3 frame. This also includes the 5:4 format. It is also more “square”, and is used in the production of computer monitors. But gradually he burst into life new format 16:9, which gave rise to a new image size, and the screen resolution of a widescreen monitor appeared, constantly being modernized and changing in parameters.
Widescreen broadcasting: convenient or profitable?
The new trend was advertised for its convenience. So, a person should perceive information better on the sides of the monitor than on the top and bottom. But we must not miss the point that widescreen monitors are cheaper to produce. Yes, yes, if you take 4:3 and 16:9 monitors, which have equal diagonals, it turns out that their area is different. A 4:3 screen will have more room to work with than a 16:9 screen, but a wide monitor will require fewer resources to produce than a square one. Many opinions have been expressed both for and against widescreen monitors, and both have their pros and cons. For those people who started their acquaintance with by computer means In the days of 4:3, wide screens are awkward and take a long time to adapt to.
So, when working in office programs type Microsoft Word at the same scale, 5:4 monitors will be able to display more lines than their widescreen counterparts. You don’t need to constantly move up and down the sheet to find some information; you can see the entire sheet, and at the same time you won’t lose much in the readability of the text. Wide monitors stretch the “square” image, causing round things to become oval, stretching the faces and bodies of characters on the screen. Fortunately, they are working on all the problems. So, on a 5:4 monitor you can view a widescreen movie, only black margins will be added at the top and bottom so as not to cut off part of the image. Similarly, on a wide monitor, you can make sure that the picture has its original parameters and does not spread across the entire screen area. IN computer games developers are adding the ability to support different formats etc. But what is still important is that the wide format is primarily beneficial for the manufacturer, and it is constantly being imposed on us, reducing the production of square screens. “Do you want a 5:4 monitor? But this is unfashionable, no one buys these anymore!” Of course, he doesn’t buy it, because everyone is chasing fashion, not really thinking about convenience. And the funny thing is that screens with 4:3, 5:4 formats are cheaper than models of wide-format monitors, the production of which uses less material, and which, logically, should cost less. But let’s return to the issue of monitor screen resolution.
Problems in choosing the optimal resolution
The fact is that the abundance of manufacturers who decide for themselves which expansion is best for them puts the consumer in a difficult position. There are more than three dozen different video standards, which have different resolutions and different aspect ratios. Let's say the XGA video standard has a resolution of 1024 × 768 (786k) or 640 × 480 (307k), with an aspect ratio of 4:3, when the VGA standard has four acceptable resolutions (640 × 480, 640 × 350, 320 × 200, 720 × 400 ) with appropriate aspect ratios (4:3, 64:35, 16:10, 9:5). The WHUXGA video standard has the largest number of pixels today - 7680 × 4800 (36864k), and it is widescreen - 16:10. But how to choose exactly the one that will suit a particular user?
What to consider when choosing a monitor resolution
The maximum resolution of the monitor screen is often optimal for working on a computer. It can be manually changed to one of those available in the list of resolution settings. 
Since the issue of screen resolution is relevant for both televisions and computers, which are fundamentally different devices(although a TV can also be connected to a PC as a monitor), we will consider the optimal parameters separately for both types of devices.
TV: ease of viewing
Standard definition analogue television, a monopolist in its field for some time, has always had a 4:3 aspect ratio, and only relatively recently has the 16:9 ratio begun to appear, which is positioned as an image with high definition- digital television. We are now exactly at the stage when the transition from one standard to another is taking place, and how long this process will drag on is completely unclear. Some countries have long switched to a new, more convenient and high-quality digital format, but in the domestic open spaces this can be expected for a long time. Therefore, you can buy a newfangled widescreen TV, almost all models of which provide a function for adjusting the resolution of monitor screens. After carefully studying the instructions, the user will be able to decide for himself how to view a square picture on a rectangular monitor - stretch it to fill the entire monitor, or add a black frame on the sides to maintain the proportions of the original image.
PC monitor - a dilemma for gamers
If a gamer chooses a monitor, then he must first familiarize himself with the requirements for the preferred game/games, and then, based on this data, summarize which monitor screen resolutions are best suited for this. It’s impossible to say unequivocally “this model is ideal for all games in the world.”
Watch the news in Odnoklassniki - is it worth bothering with choosing a resolution?
If you use a PC to work in office programs or just to view mail, news feeds in in social networks etc., you need to choose solely according to personal experience or consult with an experienced user who can explain to you all the points of interest.
This also includes the screen resolution of the laptop monitor. It is likely that for its transportation it will be more convenient (purely physically) for it to be rectangular and compact, so as to fit into a backpack or bag. On a rectangular monitor, it is convenient to open two windows at once, when a 4:3 or 5:4 monitor gives you more space to view and work on one document.
IN modern world everything is changing rapidly. Cameras of all models, from the cheapest point-and-shoot cameras to professional DSLRs, can shoot HD quality videos. This video is also possible for expensive models mobile phones. DVD video standards are a thing of the past.
Film studios are making new spectacular films with previously unavailable effects. The requirements for video and television equipment standards are also growing. Viewers want films made in more high-quality image, - they want to view them on wide screens, and not just on a computer monitor.
What is screen resolution TV 1920x1080
Screen resolution is what affects the clarity of the image. This is the quality of the pictures and text messages. Unit of measurement of resolution - responsible for the formation of the image on the screen. Today, when purchasing a TV with a plasma or LCD screen, you will probably come across the term Full HD - 1920x1080, which the seller will definitely tell you about.
These TVs are now in everyone big store, they are affordable, which is what buyers are looking for now. If you answer that you do not know this term, the seller will add that this sign is best recommendation for a TV, and a resolution of 1920x1080 is an indicator High Quality Images.
How to choose a TV
When you are choosing a TV, pay attention to the measurements measured in inches. One inch is about two and a half centimeters. But monitors with big screen demanding on the video card. That is, if you bought a modern twenty-four-inch diagonal monitor, then expect that your iron horse will slow down slightly.
Budget 18-19 inch monitors are only good for their price. And for those who love battle scenes on big screen, monitors with 27 inches diagonal are suitable.
Some people are now wondering why modern monitors so narrow and elongated. There is an explanation for this. For modern films there are standards for the shooting format. They are filmed like this, with an elongated and narrow image. If you watch a new movie or play a modern game on an old square-shaped monitor, the picture will be small, and not everyone will like it.
FullHD or HD Ready
On the packaging boxes of TVs, in addition to the FullHD inscriptions, you often find other inscriptions - HD Ready.
What's the difference?
In 2005, the European Association of Telecommunications Technologies and Information Systems adopted standards for new TV models that will display video with high quality parameters. They are divided into two categories: HD Ready and FullHD.
HD Ready supports the minimum resolution for this class - 720 lines, and FullHD, where the screen resolution is 1920x1080, is capable of handling video with 1080 lines.
This name was picked up by the Japanese company Sony when, in 2007, it named a number of its products as the FullHD brand. Other companies in this market segment began to call their products the same way.
Therefore, most of the liquid crystal and plasma television receivers of the FullHD class sold nowadays (translated from English as “ full resolution 1920x1080") screens have a screen aspect ratio of 16 by 9 and support videos with 1080 lines of image. Such images compare favorably in quality to a simple DVD; they are clearer and of higher quality.
So what is screen resolution, how do screen settings affect the picture we see on the monitor?
The TV screen, whatever it may be, plasma or liquid crystal, is a matrix that consists of pixels located horizontally and vertically of the screen. Their number is called matrix resolution. Screen resolution comes in many types, but the most famous ones are 1024x768, 1366x768, and many others.
Types of television signals
The most a high resolution now it is Full HD - 1920x1080.
U television signals There is also a resolution that has not yet reached a common standard throughout the world. In the USA, for example, the type is called NTSC (with a resolution of 640 by 480 pixels). In European countries, PAL signals and SECAM signals with a resolution of 720 by 576 pixels are used.
The signal may also differ in frame rate: fifty or sixty hertz.
In every modern TV there is a processor that converts incoming signals to the standard that the TV matrix corresponds to. If the incoming signal and matrix were with one standard definition by pixels, the image would immediately be clear and of high quality. But, since signal standards are different in types, parameters and matrices, the TV must independently convert the signal in order to show a clear image.
Progressive and interlace scanning
The range in which TV channels broadcast is small. There is not enough space for everyone. The image transmitted by the channel can be formed in two ways. Progressive, which displays all frames completely (where the lines - even and odd - follow one another), and interlaced.
To save space on air, a scan was invented that reduces the frame rate by half. It was called interlaced. First, the first half of the frame is transmitted in odd lines, then the second half in even lines. Interlaced scanning would look blurry if there was no way to restore image quality.
In order to explain the method that forms the image, after the number of lines the initial English is written: “p” or “i”. For example: a resolution of 1920 x 1080p indicates that the picture was generated in a progressive way. And the 720i marking will mean that the video has 720 lines. And the letter i stands for the interlaced method. In order to indicate the format, the second-by-second frame size is indicated. When they say 1080p30, this means that there are thirty frames in this video, running per second. The higher the number of frames, the better and more detailed the picture looks.
Full HD requirements
TVs last generations display images of both scan types. Thus, a screen resolution of 1920x1080 and an aspect ratio of 16:9 must be present in Full HD TV. These are the standard requirements for this type to display the incoming video signal.
Therefore, a resolution of 1920x1080 would mean that the TV has 1920 horizontal dots and 1080 vertical dots. Such TVs will catch high quality signals accepted in the world (HDTV standards).
Tricolor TV, a commercial TV operator, has been offering a package since 2012 that includes twenty-five HD quality channels. Someday, such channels may be free for everyone.
If you have problems with your monitor, font or image is not clear, you need to understand that this changes due to the resolution value. For example, when the resolution is set to a high value, say 1920x1080, then objects will be clear. And a larger number of them will fit on the monitor. And with a low resolution, say 800 by 600, fewer objects will fit on the monitor, but they will look larger.
But this does not mean that you can set the screen resolution you like to 1920x1080. It may not be supported by your monitor or TV model. CRT monitors support a resolution of 1024 by 768 pixels or 800 by 600 and are suitable for all types. LCD monitors and laptop screens support high resolution. And they work with the look that is suitable only for their model.
Monitor big size corresponds to the same high resolution. It improves clarity and reduces image size.
How to adjust monitor resolution in Windows 7
To do this, go to the "Start" menu, then go to the "Control Panel", and then go to "Appearance" and "Personalization". Then go to the “Resolution Settings” of the monitor. Now expand the list next to “Resolution”, use the slider to set the resolution you need, then click the “Apply screen settings” button.
Late models of monitors, on liquid crystals, work with own resolution. It does not need to be configured - it is already recommended for this type. Such monitors are divided into two types: with a ratio of 16:9 and 16:10 and standard with a ratio of 4:3. If you compare them, widescreen has a larger width and horizontal resolution.
If you don’t know the monitor resolution, you can find it out from the reference book, on the manufacturer’s website, or from the EDID.
What is EDID
There is a data standard that provides information about the monitor and its parameters, where it was made, its resolution, size, color quality characteristics, and so on.
If you can’t find out by EDID, then how to set the screen resolution
What should you do if, when you connect a TV receiver with a large screen, the image does not fit and looks cut off at the edges? To solve the problem, you need to update your computer's video card drivers. After this, specify your model in the computer settings as the base, or main monitor. Then you need to make sure that the TV is connected to the computer via a digital connection, and also that there are no restrictions on it.
Install the Moninfo EDID program (it is available on the Internet). After that, check the resolution of your TV in it. If it is supported, that's good. If not, then you will have to edit the EDID and set the resolution yourself.
If the image does not fit
To deal with this problem, you need to turn off the Overscan option on your television receiver.
If this is a computer, then after the mandatory video card, you need to right-click on the desktop. If you have GeForce video card, then after that go to settings NVIDIA programs. If you have Radeon video card, then go to the program Catalyst Control Center. Then adjust the parameters using the slider in the “desktop” settings to the required value.
How to adjust resolution
First you need to disable EDID.
Then set the resolution to 1920x1080 in the screen properties.
Reinstall the video card driver (remove the old driver).
If the previous measures did not help, try reinstalling Windows.
I would like to hope that after this information, questions about how to set the screen resolution to 1920x1080 will be easier to solve.
Instructions
The choice of resolution is influenced by several main factors. First of all, this is the size of the screen elements: the higher the resolution, the smaller they are and the higher the load on vision. The screen resolution is also affected by the requirements of the programs being launched; many of them refuse to work at too low - for example, 800x600 pixels. Typically, the operating system itself selects the most optimal screen resolution during installation, but you can configure it yourself.
To select the screen resolution you need in OS Windows XP, open the Control Panel: “Start - Control Panel”, select “Display - Settings”. Move the slider to set the resolution you need and click OK. You will be prompted to evaluate the new settings and save them if you are happy with them. You can open the screen settings window in another way - right-click on an empty space on the desktop and select “Properties”.
The most optimal size for computers with a traditional screen aspect ratio is 1024x768 pixels. It provides the normal size of screen elements; this resolution is supported by almost all programs. If you have good eyesight, you can install and higher resolution, up to 1280x1024. For laptops and monitors with a 16:9 screen aspect ratio, the most convenient screen resolution is 1366x768 pixels.
If the resolution you're using makes objects on your screen appear too small, you can resize text and other elements. Open: “Start” – “Control Panel” – “Display” – “Settings” – “Advanced” – “General”. Select a larger scale (dpi). Please note that changing the scale may disrupt the display system fonts. If the result of changing the scale does not suit you, return to the previous option.
For the Windows 7 operating system, screen resolution settings are selected in a similar way. To open the settings window, click on an empty space on the desktop and select context menu"Screen resolution". Then set the options you need and save the changes.
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operating room Windows system allows the user to easily change the screen resolution. Both the operation of many programs and the ease of using the computer depend on the choice of resolution.
Instructions
During installation, the Windows operating system itself selects the most optimal resolution for the monitor used. Choosing the correct screen resolution is, first of all, necessary for comfortable work - if the resolution is too high, the image elements turn out to be quite small, which leads to increased load on vision. It is also inconvenient to work at low resolution, since the image elements are too large. In addition, many programs refuse to run at this resolution.
For the most common 17-inch monitors with the classic 4:3 aspect ratio, the most optimal resolution is 1024 × 768. If you have good eyesight, you can set a higher resolution. For screens with an aspect ratio of 16:9, it is best to set the resolution to 1366 × 768.
To set the required resolution in the Windows XP operating system, open: “Start - Control Panel - Screen”. In the window that opens, select “Options” and drag the slider to the desired position with the mouse. Click OK. There will be a temporary change in screen resolution - you will be asked to evaluate the image quality and confirm it if you are satisfied with it.
If the quality is bad, refuse to save, the resolution will return to the original and you can try another option. When trying other options, pay attention to the correct geometric dimensions of the image - it should not be elongated or compressed.
To select the screen resolution in Windows 7, simply right-click on empty space desktop and select “Screen Resolution” from the context menu that appears. In the window that opens, select from the drop-down list required permission, dragging the slider with the mouse and click "OK". You can also call the settings window through the Control Panel: “Start - Control Panel - Appearance and personal customization, Personalization and Display Customization.”
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Most often after Windows installations and the latest drivers for the video card, the correct screen resolution is automatically set. However, if this does not happen (the image on the screen is distorted, or everything looks too large), use these instructions.
You will need
- - computer or laptop
Instructions
In Control Panel, launch Screen. At the top of the window you will see a "Settings" tab. In it you can change using the slider. If so, we recommend scrolling the slider as far to the right as possible. This way you will install optimal screen for your .
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We looked at setting the screen resolution for the Windows 2000 operating system. In newer versions Windows setup Screen resolution may work slightly differently.
We recommend that you always set the optimal screen resolution for your monitor; its value can be read in the documentation for the monitor. If the video card drivers are working correctly, this is the highest value (the right position of the slider switches screen modes).
Permission screen is the number of pixels used for padding screen. Laptop monitors have their own specific... It directly depends on overall dimensions screen– height and width. You can optimize image quality by setting the correct monitor resolution in your laptop operating system.
You will need
- A little attention
Instructions
First you need to collapse everything open windows so that only the desktop is open to the user. Then you need to call up the menu by right-clicking on an area of the desktop free of icons.
In the context menu that appears after this, select “ Permission screen", next to which there is a small icon in the form of a monitor.
After the control panel window opens called “Settings” screen", the choice of display will become available (in this case, “Mobile PC display” must be selected), and it will also be possible to change the resolution of the selected screen and the orientation of the image that is displayed on the screen.
Next you need to choose a resolution screen, which is required by the user in the drop-down list called " Permission" To do this, use the mouse pointer to move the slider up or down. The higher the user moves the slider, the higher the resolution will become screen. If you move the slider lower, the resolution screen will decrease.
Now it is important not to forget to click on the “Apply” button in order to confirm the changes in Windows 7 or Windows Vista. By confirming the changes, the user saves the actions he has taken so far. If the user forgets to click the “Apply” button, the changes will not be saved and will have to start from the very beginning.
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This article describes how to change the screen resolution of a laptop running Windows 7 or Windows Vista. The method for changing screen resolution in Windows XP is different from the specified method.
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Choosing a TV is not an easy task. The assortment in stores is huge. How do you know which of this variety is right for you? Let's look at the main parameters.
You need to decide on the picture quality, that is, choose the TV resolution. TV resolution refers to the number of pixels per inch. The more pixels, the higher the resolution, that is better quality Pictures. Typically, resolution is denoted everywhere by a second, smaller number and the letters i or p. The letter i means interlace scanning, and p means progressive scanning (p is higher quality). That is, for example, the resolution is 852x480 s progressive scan will be indicated as (480p).
On this moment Main television is broadcast with a signal resolution of 576i. But with the transition to digital television many video providers began to provide signals with resolutions of 720p and 1080i. This is the so-called HD or HD Ready quality or high definition quality.
Basically, if you have a TV in the house just to watch what is shown broadcast channels, no matter what, be it standard free or cable or even satellite, then a TV with HD quality will be enough for you. If you like to arrange your home home cinema, then you should pay attention to at least FullHD (1080p) or to the new, but quickly gaining momentum, Ultra HD (4k) resolution. Full HD is quite affordable, and there is “more than enough content” for it. Ultra HD is an expensive proposition. And content for it is still in short supply. Therefore, if you are not a movie fanatic, then a TV with Full HD quality is for you.
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In order to understand in what quality to download an interesting movie, or to find suitable wallpaper for your desktop, you need to know what resolution your screen has. It's very easy to find out.
You will need
- - computer or laptop
- - Windows operating system
Instructions
The Properties dialog box opens. At the top of it, select the “Settings” tab. You will see your current screen (for example, 1280x1024 pixels) and color palette(for example True Color 32 bit). Thus, the format that is suitable for your screen is 1280x1024, and only choose movies in 720p (1280x720).
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IN different versions Windows window screen properties looks different. In Windows Vista and Windows 7, you can access Display Properties through the Control Panel.
If permission screen monitor does not meet your requirements, you can change it in the settings of the computer’s operating system. With its change, the clarity of the display of texts will change and the number of elements that can be placed on the desktop space will change.
Instructions
In Windows XP, the resolution is selected in the properties window screen, to launch which you need to right-click on the workspace free from shortcuts and select the “Properties” line in the context menu. In the settings window screen go to the “Settings” tab. You can get to this tab in another way: press the WIN key and launch the control panel, and in it click the “Appearance and Themes” link. In the “Select a task” list there will be the line you need “Change screen».
Section "Resolution" screen" is located in the lower left part of the Settings tab. Move the slider with the left mouse button and select desired value and click the OK (or Apply) button. The utility will change permission and will open a dialog box with a timer - if you don’t like the look of the desktop in the selected resolution screen, then you don’t need to press anything. Without receiving confirmation, the utility will return the previous value and you can try another option.