Display & Advanced Settings 1.2

How do you open Display settings in Windows 10?

Right-click the desktop and choose "Display settings" or go to System > Display from the Start menu.

What does the display resolution setting control?

It sets the number of pixels displayed on the screen.

What type of monitors have fixed native resolutions?

LCD and LED monitors.

What happens if you use a non-native resolution on an LCD/LED?

The image may appear blurry or distorted.

What should you check to find a monitor’s native resolution?

The monitor's documentation.

How can you identify which monitor you're using?

Click the "Identify" button in Display settings.

What does the "Detect" button do in Display settings?

It tries to detect additional monitors connected to the system.

What does "Duplicate these displays" do?

It mirrors the same screen on all monitors.

When is duplicating displays useful?

In classrooms or presentations where everyone needs to see the same screen.

What does "Extend these displays" do?

It stretches the desktop across multiple monitors.

Why would someone extend displays instead of duplicating?

To multitask with more screen space (e.g., comparing documents).

Can you set different resolutions for different monitors?

Yes, each monitor can have its own resolution.

How do you rearrange monitor positions?

Click and drag monitor icons in Display settings to match their physical layout.

What must you do to apply new display settings?

Click the "Apply" button.

How do you access advanced display settings in Windows?

In Display Settings, click "Advanced display settings" then "Display adapter properties".

Where can you view your video adapter info?

On the Adapter tab under Display adapter properties.

What does "Microsoft Basic Display Adapter" mean?

Windows loaded a generic driver; install the correct video driver.

What info can you find under Adapter Information?

Chip type, BIOS version, and video memory.

Where do you view monitor driver info?

On the Monitor tab under Display adapter properties.

What does a "Generic Monitor" type mean?

The monitor driver isn't properly installed.

Why is refresh rate important for monitors?

Wrong refresh rate may cause flicker (on CRTs) or damage the monitor.

What does "Hide modes that this monitor can't display" do?

Prevents selecting unsupported refresh rates to protect the monitor.

What does the "List All Modes" button show?

All valid screen resolutions, color depths, and refresh rates.

Why is native resolution important for LCD/LED monitors?

They have fixed pixels, so non-native resolutions can look blurry or blocky.

What is color management used for?

To match on-screen colors with printed or scanned documents.

How does Windows manage color matching?

Using color profiles associated with each device.

Where can you change visual effects settings for performance?

Control Panel > System > Advanced system settings > Performance > Settings.

What does "Adjust for best performance" do?

Disables visual effects to reduce system load and improve speed.

What does "Adjust for best appearance" do?

Enables all visual effects for a better look but higher resource use.

What does "Let Windows choose what's best" do?

Enables a balanced set of effects based on system performance.