As a result of a system failure, the desktop resolution may change, the shortcuts become huge, and the computer is difficult to work with. This can happen due to a malfunctioning video card drivers or incorrect picture settings. There are several steps to restore your monitor settings.
It is necessary
- - a computer;
- - administrator rights.
Instructions
Step 1
Make sure that the drivers for the video adapter are installed and working correctly. Launch "Device Manager" through the "Control Panel". Find the item regarding the video card and check if the device model is indicated correctly, and the presence of exclamation or question marks next to this item. If similar symptoms are observed in the operating system of a personal computer, go to the official website of the video card manufacturer and download the appropriate software for normal operation.
Step 2
Run the Image Adjustment Utility that was installed with the video driver. Run diagnostics and set the settings recommended by the utility. If there is no such utility in the system, select the optimal mode manually. Right-click on a free area of the desktop and select "Screen Resolution". Click on the inscription "Additional parameters", and in the window "Properties" - on the button "List of all modes".
Step 3
Choose the optimal mode and confirm your choice twice. If the image is distorted or the video card is unable to provide a signal with these settings, the screen will revert to the previous settings automatically after 15 seconds. Go to the menu of the monitor itself using the buttons on the device. Many monitor models indicate the optimal screen resolution in the settings, as well as provide the ability to adjust colors, brightness and contrast.
Step 4
You can adjust the monitor settings at any time, since the operating system of your computer is designed for such operations. It is also worth noting that some settings can be made using the standard keys on the monitor. The location depends on the type of monitor as well as the manufacturer.
