COMPUTER SCREEN RESOLUTION IS INCORRECT OR DISTORTED

1. Adjust Resolution via Display Settings (Windows)
   Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings.
   Scroll down to Display resolution.
   Click the drop-down menu and select the Recommended resolution (usually the highest one).
   Click Apply and then Keep changes if it looks correct1. Adjust Resolution via Display Settings (Windows)
   Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings.
   Scroll down to Display resolution.
   Click the drop-down menu and select the Recommended resolution (usually the highest one).
   Click Apply and then Keep changes if it looks correct.
2. Update or Reinstall Graphics Drivers
   If the correct resolution isn’t available, the issue may be with your graphics driver.
   Update the driver (Windows)
   Press Win + X and select Device Manager.
   Expand Display adapters.
   Right-click your graphics card and select Update driver.
   Choose Search automatically for drivers.
   Restart your computer after the update.
   Reinstall the driver (if update fails)
   Follow steps 1-2 above.
   Right-click your graphics card and select Uninstall device.
   Restart your computer; Windows will reinstall the default driver.
   If needed, download the latest driver from your GPU manufacturer’s website:
   Intel: Intel Drivers
   NVIDIA: NVIDIA Drivers
   AMD: AMD Drivers
3. Check Monitor Settings
   If using an external monitor, press the monitor’s menu button and navigate to display settings to adjust the resolution manually.
4. Change Refresh Rate (If Needed)
   Go to Display settings → Advanced display settings.
   Look for Refresh rate and try setting it to the recommended value (usually 60Hz or higher).
5. Check Cable Connections
   If using an external monitor, ensure the HDMI, DisplayPort, or VGA cable is properly connected.
   Try a different cable or port to see if the issue is with the connection.
6. Run Windows Troubleshooter
   Open Settings → Update & Security → Troubleshoot.
   Click Additional troubleshooters.
   Select Display or Hardware and Devices and run the troubleshooter.
7. Update or Reinstall Graphics Drivers
   If the correct resolution isn’t available, the issue may be with your graphics driver.
   Update the driver (Windows)
   Press Win + X and select Device Manager.
   Expand Display adapters.
   Right-click your graphics card and select Update driver.
   Choose Search automatically for drivers.
   Restart your computer after the update.
   Reinstall the driver (if update fails)
   Follow steps 1-2 above.
   Right-click your graphics card and select Uninstall device.
   Restart your computer; Windows will reinstall the default driver.
   If needed, download the latest driver from your GPU manufacturer’s website:
   Intel: Intel Drivers
   NVIDIA: NVIDIA Drivers
   AMD: AMD Drivers
8. Check Monitor Settings
   If using an external monitor, press the monitor’s menu button and navigate to display settings to adjust the resolution manually.
9. Change Refresh Rate (If Needed)
   Go to Display settings → Advanced display settings.
   Look for Refresh rate and try setting it to the recommended value (usually 60Hz or higher).
10. Check Cable Connections
    If using an external monitor, ensure the HDMI, DisplayPort, or VGA cable is properly connected.
    Try a different cable or port to see if the issue is with the connection.
11. Run Windows Troubleshooter
    Open Settings → Update & Security → Troubleshoot.
    Click Additional troubleshooters.
    Select Display or Hardware and Devices and run the troubleshooter.

Update or Reinstall Graphics Drivers

If you’re unable to select the correct resolution, your graphics driver may be the culprit.

Updating the Driver (Windows):

1. Press Win + X and choose Device Manager.
2. Expand the Display adapters section.
3. Right-click on your graphics card and choose Update driver.
4. Select Search automatically for drivers.
5. After the update, restart your computer.

Reinstalling the Driver (if the update fails):

1. Follow steps 1-2 from the update instructions.
2. Right-click on your graphics card and choose Uninstall device.
3. Restart your computer, and Windows will reinstall the default driver.

For the latest drivers, visit the website of your GPU manufacturer:

• Intel: Intel Drivers
• NVIDIA: NVIDIA Drivers
• AMD: AMD Drivers