01Checking the current screen resolution

  • To begin, you need to check the current screen resolution on your computer.
  • On Windows:
  • Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select "Display settings" from the drop-down menu.
  • Scroll down to the "Resolution" section.
  • The current screen resolution will be displayed in pixels (e.g., 1920 x 1080).
  • On macOS:
  • Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen and select "System Preferences".
  • Click on "Displays".
  • The current screen resolution will be displayed under "Resolution".

02Changing the screen resolution on Windows

  • Follow these steps to change the screen resolution on Windows:
  • Right-click anywhere on your desktop and select "Display settings" from the drop-down menu.
  • Scroll down to the "Resolution" section.
  • Click on the drop-down menu next to "Resolution" and select the desired resolution.
  • Click "Apply" to confirm the changes.
  • A prompt will appear asking if you want to keep the changes. Select "Keep changes" if you are satisfied with the new resolution, or "Revert" to go back to the previous resolution.
  • Note: If you don't see your desired resolution in the list, it may be because your monitor doesn't support it.
  • Close the settings window.
  • Your screen resolution will now be changed to the selected resolution.

03Changing the screen resolution on macOS

  • To change the screen resolution on macOS, follow these steps:
  • Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of the screen and select "System Preferences".
  • Click on "Displays".
  • Click on the "Display" tab.
  • Hold down the "Option" key on your keyboard and click the "Scaled" button.
  • A list of available resolutions will appear.
  • Select the desired resolution from the list.
  • Close the settings window.
  • Your screen resolution will now be changed to the selected resolution.

Conclusion

Changing the screen resolution on a computer is a straightforward process that can greatly improve your visual experience. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to easily adjust the screen resolution to suit your preferences and needs.

MethodsDetails
Step 1Check the current screen resolution.
Step 2Change the screen resolution on Windows.
Step 3Change the screen resolution on macOS.
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