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Recently, most laptops come with FullHD resolution (1920 x 1080, and above). Moreover, such a high resolution is available both on screens of 13.3 inches and 17+ inches. Of course, if there was no scaling in Windows 10, then the image on small screens would be very small, and it would not be comfortable to work.
This is all well and good, but scaling does not work correctly with many older applications (including games). And you can face two problems:
- or on your screen the window of the running application will be very small (but at least you can work with it);
- or the image, when the game is running (for example), you simply will not fit into the screen (the essence of the problem was shown in the two photos below). And here, even if you want to, you will not be able to work, tk. part of the screen is simply not visible ...
In general, in this article I will offer a couple of simple ways to fix the situation. So...
The image just doesn't fit the screen (two photos on the same screen). Civilization IV game (2004)
How to fix the situation
Option # 1 - disable scaling
This is the easiest and fastest way, but it brings some inconvenience. Switching constantly scaling is not very convenient, besides, many elements can become small and this is not very good for the eyes (they will be fast).
To change scaling:
Option # 2 - override the zoom mode for a single application
I like this option better, because scaling will change only in one separate application, and in the rest of the work it will be as you specified in the Windows settings. True, I will immediately note that this feature does not work with all programs ...
And so, first you need to open the game folder (I took Civilization IV as an example, because I faced this myself)... Next, you need to find the executable file of the game in it (the one you run when you enter the game): right-click on it and open it in the context menu properties .
Then you should open the tab "Compatibility" and:
Note: I noticed that the DPI parameters that we set a little higher are not always saved (that is, it may become that you checked the box, clicked OK - and the settings were not saved. If you reopen the properties, the tab "Compatibility" - there will be no tick). To avoid this, you need to change the settings under administrator !
Add-ons on the topic are welcome!
Sometimes it happens that part of the screen on a computer, or on a laptop or smartphone goes out of reach. The problem is that there may be important buttons or other necessary elements on the "bypassed" and now inaccessible part of the screen.
When part of the screen is not visible and why
Part of the screen is not visible when using a browser open various sites, communicate on social networks, on forums.
This sometimes happens not only in the browser, but also during work with ordinary windowsWindows... For example, in the print window on a printer, all settings can be clearly visible. But the button "Print", which you need to click after completing all, "hides" at the bottom, below the taskbar.
And it is not only the print window that can "crawl" out of the screen like this. What a shame, with such a window angle, it is almost impossible to work. How to get to invisible buttons? Even if you know that the required button or the required link on the site is off-screen, how can you “get to” them?
There can be various reasons due to which a part of a window or a piece of the screen goes out of the user's reach:
- the "wrong" screen resolution is set in the settings of the laptop (computer);
- a second monitor is connected, and the desktop extension is incorrectly set - especially for laptops;
- an unsuccessful update of the operating system;
- was installed or another new program;
- other.
What can you do to see the entire screen or the entire window, and eliminate the problem of cutting off parts or fragments?
Zoom in browser
A browser is a special program designed to view sites on the Internet. Several browsers can be installed on the computer. In fig. 4 shows the Windows 10 taskbar, which contains the icons of five browsers: Microsoft Edge, Yandex Browser, Opera, Mozilla, Google Chrome.
A very common problem is when the site that is opened through a browser does not display pages correctly. Almost every browser has the ability to change the scale when viewing any information. The scale has to be changed if some part of the screen, some part of the page from the Internet in the browser is not fully visible, and there is no way to scroll the screen to see the missing part of the open page.
Browser Zoom Keys
One of the easy ways to zoom in a browser is to use keyboard shortcuts:
- Ctrl +
- Ctrl -
When viewing information in a browser, to zoom in, use Ctrl + (while holding down the Ctrl key, press the key with the plus sign "+").
Multiple presses on the "+" key while holding down the "Ctrl" key allow you to step by step increase the scale, make images larger with each click on the "+".
As a rule, zooming in does not solve the problem of accessing invisible parts of the site page. On the contrary, zooming in makes it difficult to read some information, making certain parts of the screen, page of the site invisible. The benefit of zooming in on an image is that there is a chance to see small details in the image or in the text.
To zoom out, click Ctrl – (without releasing, hold down the Ctrl key and also press the key with the minus sign "-").
Repeated pressing of the "-" key while holding down the "Ctrl" key allows you to gradually reduce the scale step by step. In this way, you can make the images smaller with each press of the "-".
Reducing the scale of the image just leads to the fact that previously invisible parts of the screen, or parts of the site page reproduced on the screen, become visible. And the problem of inaccessibility of part of the data on the site page is solved in this way.
The downside of this downscaling is that the image becomes smaller, less readable, especially if you read and view the data on a small screen. Also, zooming out the image makes it difficult for people.
If you accidentally "overdo it" and press the Ctrl + keys extra times, then the scale of information can greatly increase. You can always make it smaller by pressing two Ctrl - keys. Thanks to such actions (in "plus" and / or in "minus"), you can select the image scale that will be convenient for reading and viewing data in a browser.
In fig. 1 and fig. 2 shows where the Ctrl, +, - keys are located on a computer (laptop) keyboard.
Figure: 1. Keys Ctrl + to zoom in in the browser (circled in red).
The keys with the plus sign “+” and the minus sign “-” on the keyboard are next to each other.
Figure: 2. If you press Ctrl -, the browser will zoom out.
Easy ways to zoom on a smartphone
Regardless of where the information is viewed, in the browser or in other windows, on a smartphone or tablet, you can rotate the screen 90 degrees from vertical to horizontal. Then the information on the smartphone screen is displayed in "widescreen" mode. Often such a simple twist (of a smartphone, tablet) makes it possible to see everything that one wanted to see in the window. But not always turning the gadget helps.
What if nothing happens when you change the position of the smartphone, the screen does not rotate? In this case, it is worth looking into the smartphone settings. It is possible that there is a prohibition set for the display to auto-rotate the screen. Then you need to check the box to allow this action. Some devices have a special button, clicking on which prohibits or allows screen rotation - then you need to click on this special button in the gadget.
Figure: 3. Change the position of the smartphone to enlarge the view of information on the full width of the screen.
Another option for changing the scale without rotating the gadget is to zoom in on the information on the screen by sliding the screen apart with your fingers.
If necessary, you can additionally move the screen up and down, left and right in order to better view the information.
If you no longer need to enlarge the information, you can return the screen on your smartphone (or tablet) to its original state by sliding it with your fingers.
In the same way (with your fingers, moving them towards each other at an inclination of approximately 45 degrees), you can further reduce the scale of the image, make it very small, if you want to place as much information as possible on the screen. However, the data can become completely illegible,. And the smartphone itself may have limitations, and will not allow you to zoom out too much, smaller than which it will be impossible to read the information displayed on the screen.
Scaling an image by changing the resolution of the computer screen
It so happens that the window of any other program (not a browser) or any standard window of the Windows operating system (for example, the Print window) does not fit on the screen, goes beyond the screen. Then such approaches to changing the scale as in browsers (Ctrl + and Ctrl -) will no longer help. You need to change the screen resolution.
Changing the screen resolution on the computer is done in order to fit, for example, more items on the screen. Then the elements will be smaller, but more will fit on the screen. They also change the resolution so that fewer items fit on the screen and they are larger. Thus, the change of resolution is done in the event that the user is categorically not satisfied with the amount of information that he currently sees on his screen.
Let me give you an example. Users sometimes have such a problem on the Odnoklassniki social network that some buttons in Odnoklassniki become unavailable on the screen of their computer (laptop). And if it doesn't help with the Ctrl + and Ctrl keys, then you should try to change the screen resolution.
At different resolutions, information will be presented on a computer (laptop) screen in different ways. It can go off-screen, making fragments inaccessible where clickable buttons, menus, and more are located. Therefore, it is worth changing the screen resolution to another. In doing so, you may need to try several options from among those that are on your Windows system. And thus, you can choose such a resolution to see the full information on the screen. Then inaccessible elements can miraculously “suddenly” appear on the screen and the necessary buttons will become available.
How to change the screen resolution on a computer
It can be done in a simple way that works the same Windows 10, 8, 7, XP.
On an empty space on the Desktop, click on the right mouse button. It is very important: the right mouse button click should be done exactly on the free field of the Desktop, where there are no shortcuts. Otherwise, further is impossible. And then a contextual drop-down menu should appear (Fig. 4):
Figure: 4. The menu that appears after right-clicking on an empty space on the Windows 10 Desktop.
In this menu, click "Screen Options" (number 2 in Fig. 4). The "Display" window will open (Fig. 5):
Figure: 5 (click to enlarge). Scale and resolution of a computer (laptop) screen using the example of Windows 10.
In fig. 5 shows that at the moment the recommended screen resolution is 1920x1080.
In the “Screen Resolution” field, there is a small check mark downward (red number 1 in Fig. 5). If you click on it, you can select other permissions (Fig. 6):
Figure: 6 (click to enlarge). Choosing a screen resolution using the example of Windows 10.
Going through different options, you can choose the appropriate resolution so that the information is fully visible and does not go beyond the screen.
The scale of information on a computer
In fig. 5 shows that in addition to the screen resolution, you can select a different image scale. To do this, just click on the small checkmark (red number 2 in Fig. 5). Acceptable scales will open: 100%, 125%, 150% (recommended), 175% (Fig. 7).
Figure: 7 (click to enlarge). Screen scale selection using Windows 10 as an example.
Screen zoom may not change on all versions of the Windows operating system and not on all types. So don't be surprised if your computer or laptop doesn't have the ability to zoom. But there is always and will be the ability to change the screen resolution, which will allow you to choose a monitor mode in which all information will be visible in all Windows windows, and not only in browser windows.
Image scaling when connecting a second monitor
Many desktop computers and even portable laptops are equipped with second monitors. It is more convenient to work this way if there are as many as 2 screens. Some even connect more than 2 screens, for example, 3 or 4. But the latter is rather an exception, while quite often computers are operated with two monitors.
In this case, one of the monitors will be considered "first" or "main" in the Windows settings, while the other will be considered "second" or "additional". But the settings can be changed, making, for example, so that the "second" monitor becomes the only and "main" one.
Therefore, when connecting a second monitor, it is important to choose the correct option for displaying information. With the wrong choice, you can install such a desktop extension that, for example, part of the screen will go to the second monitor. This mode is used if you want to see the computer desktop not on one, but on 2 monitors at once. This extended desktop will begin on the first monitor and end (continue) on the second monitor. And then the following can happen: when you turn off the second monitor, but while maintaining the previous settings, part of the Windows desktop will become simply invisible. It - this part - is, but it is not visible, because the second monitor is off.
When disconnecting the second monitor, but saving the settings, when part of the desktop continues on the second monitor, generally strange things can happen. The window of any program can be "dragged" by the mouse outside the desktop, and then no force can "return" this window back. The window will become invisible and inaccessible. And since entire windows can disappear from the field of view, what can we say about some parts of the window, where important clickable buttons or settings menu can be located ?!
Second monitor in Windows 10
In Windows 10, you can use a free, built-in program (called "Connect to a Projector") when connecting a second monitor to choose one of four options:
1) Duplicate these screens - the same image will be displayed on the first and second monitors.
This mode allows you to show others on a special screen everything that is done on the main screen of a computer or laptop. This is how various presentations are displayed for all to see, if they are shown at a conference, at a meeting. This is a convenient mode for collective viewing of information from the monitor screen.
2) Expand these screens - the desktop will be extended, expanded from the first monitor to the second. On the first monitor, one part of the Windows desktop will be visible, on the second monitor, the next second part of the desktop.
The mode is convenient for those who have little space on the desktop and want to place as many simultaneously open windows on it as possible. This is how they often work, having before their eyes windows with editable program texts (codes, in modern terms) and at the same time windows with executable programs, allowing you to immediately see the results of writing a program (code).
Also, this mode is convenient for professional designers. They need to have before their eyes numerous images and texts, so that later they can be combined into a single composition.
3) Show only on the first screen - the second monitor will be turned off, nothing is displayed on it, all information is visible only on the first monitor.
As if there is a second monitor, it is even connected, but nothing is displayed on it. Meaning? For example, to perform computer settings, when system work can affect the second monitor, and during these operations, it is better to turn off the monitor.
4) Show only on the second screen - the first monitor is off, all information will be visible only on the second monitor.
The latter is often used by laptop owners if they work at home, at a stationary workplace. Then they plug in another large-screen monitor to see more and better than the main built-in laptop screen.
About the settings for the first and second monitors
Any connection of a second monitor in one way or another causes changes in the screen resolution settings of the primary and secondary monitors. And after connecting a second monitor, the effect of invisibility of part of the windows may occur. We'll then have to go back to: making changes to the screen resolution or changing the scale of images displayed on the screens. Everything is done in the same way as described above, only you have to make the settings twice: for the first and for the second monitor.
There is no simultaneous setting for two monitors at once, the settings must be done separately for each monitor, depending on their types, capabilities, models, brands, drivers used, and more.
I wrote about connecting an external monitor in Windows 8, 7 and XP, as well as about choosing an option for displaying information on monitor screens.
Zooming an image in Paint
You can change the scale of the image not only in browsers, as described above. Scaling is possible in many other commonly used programs.
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The prospect of using a TV monitor is very tempting and it is not surprising that many users have opted for a large TV screen. Indeed, in certain situations, a TV is much cheaper than a large monitor. However, with such "unusual" use of the TV, a number of unexpected problems can arise that negate all the delights of a large image.
In this article, we will deal with the difficulties that may lie in wait for users who decide to use a TV as a monitor. Most ordinary users use the monitor for ordinary purposes: working with documents, playing games, watching movies. For such tasks, the power of the TV is more than enough. And those who use the monitor for professional purposes and work with resource-intensive graphics applications have probably already acquired special monitors. Despite this, problems are possible.
The font is not displayed correctly
This nuisance can bring a lot of hassle and pretty much fray your nerves when working with various documents. Most often, poor display of fonts is associated with the presence of a special function on the TV that is responsible for additional image processing. There are two types of processing and only in one case the problem can be solved, in the other case it will not be possible to resolve the issue with fonts.
Font problems are often related to the implementation of the HDMI port, which is used on modern graphics cards. There are three methods for solving the problem: using a DVI connector instead of HDMI (if the latter is present on your video card), editing EDID (Extended Display Identification Data - specific information that is stored in the monitor and used to identify graphic capabilities), flashing the TV. So, the following steps will help you solve the problem with fonts on your TV.
1) Disable the ClearType function, which is responsible for smoothing the text. To do this, on your computer you need to go to the "Control Panel", then "Appearance and Personalization", then select the "Display" item and in the left column select the "Color Calibration" item. You will be prompted to fully calibrate the image and at the end the system will ask permission to enable the ClearType function, uncheck the ClearType item and the anti-aliasing function will be disabled.
2) Increase the level of sharpness on the TV. This parameter is responsible for displaying the outlines of text and images. We go to the TV menu, look for the required parameter and increase its value.
3) We use an HDMI-DVI cable to connect a TV-monitor (only if the native resolution of the TV is supported).
4) We are flashing the TV to a newer version (information about your specific TV model can be found on the network; note that in some cases, after updating the firmware on the TV, certain ports may fail).
5) Editing EDID using special utilities (for example PowerStrip, to work with EDID we use softMCCS or Moninfo). We find the item "General", there we look for "number of extensions" and set the assigned value to 0. After that, your TV will be perceived as a DVI monitor, but after such an operation, audio will no longer be transmitted via HDMI.
Can't set the native resolution of the TV
It's unpleasant when you connect a widescreen TV, and its native resolution is not supported and the image is cropped at the edges. This problem can be fixed.
1) It is necessary in the computer settings to set the TV as the main and only monitor.
2) Update your computer graphic card drivers to the latest version.
3) Make sure you have connected the TV to your computer with a digital connection and that resolution restrictions are not imposed by the type of connection.
4) We use the Moninfo EDID program, the resolution of your TV should be indicated as supported (and best of all as native). Otherwise, edit the EDID and set the native resolution manually.
Image does not fit on screen or is cut off
To solve this problem, you need to disable the Overscan function, which is responsible for stretching the image. You can disable Overscan both on the TV (for this, read the manual for your specific model), and in the settings of the graphics card drivers. Install the latest drivers for your graphics card. Next, go to the driver settings (right click on the desktop; Catalyst Control Center - for Radeon video cards, NVIDIA control panel - for GeForce video cards). We go into the desktop settings and edit the value to the required one.
There is no image at all
Problems are problems, and when there is no picture at all, it is not good. First you need to check the tightness of the cable to the connectors, as well as the functioning of the HDMI connectors themselves. HDMI ports often burn out on TVs, video cards are usually more resistant. Connect any device via HDMI - the serviceability of the port will instantly be determined. If the connector is faulty, you need to contact the repair service, if it is working properly, but there is no picture, try updating the video card drivers.
INPUT LAG - we play without brakes
This parameter is responsible for the delay in displaying frames. Plays a very important role for those who like to play games on the computer. Simply put, when you perform any action in the game, you see it with a certain delay. Usually measured in ms. Find out the INPUT LAG of your TV, the lower the value, the better. Note that 17ms is comparable to 1 frame per second.
Conclusion
We have covered the main problems that can arise when using a TV as a monitor. The above tips should help you avoid unpleasant situations and fully enjoy working on your computer with a large TV monitor.
Sometimes there are situations when, after turning on the computer, the image is strikingly different from normal: the screen becomes cropped, zooms, or even completely flips. The reasons can be both technical and software. Let's consider ways how to solve this problem.
Hotkeys
The fastest and easiest way is to use "hot keys", special combinations in which a particular command is triggered:
- "Ctrl + Alt + ↓" - flip the screen and all open windows;
- "Ctrl + Alt +" - return to the initial position;
- "Ctrl + Alt + →" - rotate the image 90 degrees clockwise;
- "Ctrl + Alt + ←" - rotate counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
Reference! The second combination should be checked initially. If it doesn't work, try all combinations.
Graphics card settings
To configure the video card, we will use its control panel. For example, consider the control panel for an NVIDIA video card. To open it you need:
Screen Resolution Option
Screen narrowed - reasons and solution
The narrowing of the monitor screen can be caused by:
- the wrong screen resolution (say, the selected resolution is designed for a 16: 9 ratio with a 4: 3 monitor or vice versa);
- the video card driver is not installed;
- connected to a TV or a second monitor;
- the monitor is incorrectly configured.
Incorrect resolution
This problem can be checked through the "Screen Resolution" menu.
Lack of driver
The problem often arises when reinstalling the OS or a failure in the driver or (less often) the video card itself. In case everything is fine with the video card, try downloading the latest version from the developer's website.
Video - How to install a driver if you don't know the video card
Connected monitor or TV
Setting up the monitor
If none of the above methods is suitable, then the problem may be in the changed settings of the monitor itself (changing the length and width of the image, for example). The solution might be to automatically adjust the image. Each monitor has such a button.
Video - What to do if the image on the computer monitor screen goes blank
Changing system fonts
System fonts are a collection of desktop icons, their signatures and design elements. In other words, what is responsible for displaying the workspace on the "table" or windows like "Explorer".
These elements are interconnected, so when one parameter is changed, the rest are automatically adjusted to it. How do you change the font size for a better readability?
Through the settings of the OS itself
- Call the desktop context menu and go to the "Personalization" section.
- Find a tab named "Window Color", open it.
- In it, click on the "Additional parameters" link.
- Expand the list in the Element parameter.
- After selecting the elements, use the sliders to set the desired size and type of font, etc.
- Save settings.
Click "Apply", confirm "OK"