Have you encountered problems with Windows 10 and multi-monitor setups before?
Have you encountered problems with Windows 10 and multi-monitor setups before?
My configuration includes a 6700k setup, an Asus z170i, GTX 1080 with Windows 10, and three displays at 1440p ultrawide plus three 1080p 16:9 screens. I’m using the 3 DP connections and linking HDMI from the GTX 1080 to a stereo receiver for pass-through to a TV. When the receiver powers on or off, Windows identifies new or missing displays. My power settings automatically turn off displays after a short inactivity period. These two factors are the primary reasons for my problems, though Windows handled them well before. I also use Google Chrome Remote Desktop; similar issues appear when working locally or remotely and during connection setup or termination. I’ve noticed bugs after switching from Windows 7—window positions don’t persist, multiple windows jump to the first detected display, and window sizes reset upon app launch. While active, a display may freeze and restart after a few seconds. Instead of a 'No Signal' message, I see a black screen. There are occasional audio cracks or pops from built-in speakers, even when the audio device is turned off in the control panel. Each display gets a unique ID in its properties, which can change. I rely on Dual Monitor Tools for wallpapers, but this bug causes them to shift positions. Moving windows between displays often gets stuck at the edge of the active screen and requires repeated attempts. I’ve tried various fixes: ShellFolderFix helps with Explorer window positioning but not other apps; it doesn’t resolve the display snapping issue. For the black screen and audio problems, I updated Nvidia drivers, replaced cables with CableMatter, updated GTX 1080 firmware to version 1.3/14 (previously used in Win7), and disabled Snap windows in Settings. PowerToys and FancyZones were tested but didn’t help. I’m not sure if I’m alone—have others experienced these issues? Any recommendations or alternatives would be appreciated.
You might want to explore DisplayFusion. It has assisted with big multi-monitor problems such as drawing tablet input errors, laptop screens not turning on without removing monitors, odd window placements, and snapping issues while dragging. Updated October 24, 2019 by Spotty Snip long quote
Windows manages its own positioning. It doesn't control this behavior. When an app doesn't specify a position or size, Windows places it at the top left of the main screen, adding padding to each unsupported window of a certain size. Follow these steps: Reach out to the app developer to adjust their window size and position settings. Speak with the manufacturer of your module or the graphics card maker if you're experiencing issues. Ensure both monitors share the same resolution and are correctly set in your graphics card control panel or Windows Settings (under Displays). Connect your displays directly to the graphics card, which often resolves most problems. If you need to turn off a display and your monitors support DDC/CI protocol (most models from 1998 onward do), you can send a DDC/CI command from your system to power down the screen. Many companies offer software that handles this automatically after a set period or time. Some brands, like Dell and HP, provide such solutions.