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What steps should I take to secure the resolution settings on my multi-display configuration?

What steps should I take to secure the resolution settings on my multi-display configuration?

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theonlyraider
Member
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08-16-2023, 07:42 AM
#1
Hello All
I have three external monitors connected to my laptop, giving me a total of four displays.
I’m running diagnostics on one screen while other tasks are handled on the others.
My issue is that when I play an old game with resolutions lower than 1080p, the resolution on my main screen changes. This causes the setup of my other programs to shift, which is quite bothersome.
Is there a way to fix this and keep the resolutions stable for games on the primary display?
Thank You
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theonlyraider
08-16-2023, 07:42 AM #1

Hello All
I have three external monitors connected to my laptop, giving me a total of four displays.
I’m running diagnostics on one screen while other tasks are handled on the others.
My issue is that when I play an old game with resolutions lower than 1080p, the resolution on my main screen changes. This causes the setup of my other programs to shift, which is quite bothersome.
Is there a way to fix this and keep the resolutions stable for games on the primary display?
Thank You

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08-17-2023, 12:55 PM
#2
The most effective method to eliminate the disorder caused by icons or programs is either to conceal the icons or install software that organizes them into designated folders.
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TrainerGriffin
08-17-2023, 12:55 PM #2

The most effective method to eliminate the disorder caused by icons or programs is either to conceal the icons or install software that organizes them into designated folders.

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PatrickJosh
Member
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08-17-2023, 04:23 PM
#3
Run the game in a borderless window, or windowed settings. Fullscreen on non-native resolutions may lead to these problems.
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PatrickJosh
08-17-2023, 04:23 PM #3

Run the game in a borderless window, or windowed settings. Fullscreen on non-native resolutions may lead to these problems.

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jjsoini
Posting Freak
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08-17-2023, 07:19 PM
#4
Hmm Ic
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jjsoini
08-17-2023, 07:19 PM #4

Hmm Ic

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Katara7777
Junior Member
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08-22-2023, 06:07 PM
#5
I'm not certain about the outcome if you performed Win + P to switch to the main screen. I understand you can enable or disable monitors this way, but I haven't tried it before and worry it might send all shortcuts back to the main display. It might be worth a shot.
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Katara7777
08-22-2023, 06:07 PM #5

I'm not certain about the outcome if you performed Win + P to switch to the main screen. I understand you can enable or disable monitors this way, but I haven't tried it before and worry it might send all shortcuts back to the main display. It might be worth a shot.

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Otherliterlink
Junior Member
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08-29-2023, 10:57 AM
#6
The issue arises because older games are designed to run at low resolutions within a limited window when using windowed mode. This happens since the main screen operates at FHD resolution.
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Otherliterlink
08-29-2023, 10:57 AM #6

The issue arises because older games are designed to run at low resolutions within a limited window when using windowed mode. This happens since the main screen operates at FHD resolution.

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DESERTWOLF64
Junior Member
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08-30-2023, 08:45 PM
#7
Sure, here are some software options you might consider.
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DESERTWOLF64
08-30-2023, 08:45 PM #7

Sure, here are some software options you might consider.

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Amelkal
Junior Member
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09-01-2023, 06:34 PM
#8
this adjustment alters the window dimensions on the diagnostic display
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Amelkal
09-01-2023, 06:34 PM #8

this adjustment alters the window dimensions on the diagnostic display

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mineybrick598
Junior Member
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09-01-2023, 11:36 PM
#9
Stardock Fences is what I use
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mineybrick598
09-01-2023, 11:36 PM #9

Stardock Fences is what I use