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Connecting multiple screens to your computer display is incredibly simple by plugging devices into the connection ports. However, when performing these actions, users need to configure with various options to adjust the screen according to individual needs. This article will guide you through the detailed steps.
1. Guide to Connecting Monitors in Windows 11
Firstly, carefully check the back and front of the monitor, the side, or the front of the desktop or laptop. There are two main types of connectors commonly used, namely Digital Visual Interface (DVI) and High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) to meet users' diverse needs.
DVI connection is similar to HDMI connection, but it only includes video without audio. In case you use DVI to connect the monitor to the computer, use a separate connector to transmit audio.
2. Access Display Settings on Windows 11
Firstly, right-click anywhere on the desktop to bring up the context menu with various system options. Scroll down and select Display Settings. Click to explore Windows display options.
3. Configure Devices on Windows 11
You can choose some settings to manage the new monitor. In the first section, users will see connected screens displayed with large numbers. Simply click on any to make the corresponding screen active. Adjusting settings below will affect the selected screen.
4. Primary Display
This is one of the first options impacting the primary display. Additionally, all screens are oriented and positioned based on the primary display. Some applications will prioritize launching on the primary screen.
5. Screen Position
Next, configure the position for each screen individually. All positions are arranged based on the primary display. Drag and drop the boxes at the top of the display window to rearrange the screens.
6. Expand and Mirror
You can also adjust within the Display Settings on your computer. At the bottom of the top section, users will see a drop-down menu containing options like Duplicate these displays and Extend these displays.
Selecting Extend will make the screens work as a single extended display. Meanwhile, choosing Duplicate will only mirror the content displayed on the primary screen.
7. Change Screen Orientation
In the Scale & Layout section, there is an option to change the screen orientation. Users can adjust the position of the bottom section on the top of the screen, enabling rotation of the display device on Windows by 90 degrees.
