how to fix screen resolution windows 7

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If you want to change your resolution in Windows 7, you've come to the right place. Pick either of the methods below to get started!

1

Switch to the desktop by minimizing any open windows.
2

Right click on the desktop and select screen resolution.

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3

If you have more than one display, select the display whose resolution you want to change.
4
Click on the chevron (down pointed arrow) to get a drop down list. In the drop-down list select the resolution you want by sliding the meter up or down.
- You can also select the orientation of the screen.
5

Click Apply. Then select Keep Changes if you are happy with the new resolution; otherwise select Revert and set again the resolution.

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1
Open the Control Panel by
- Clicking Start Menu and then clicking Control Panel.
- Or clicking the Windows key + R, typing control and hitting Enter.
2

In Control Panel, switch to category view by changing view in the 'view as' drop down list found at the top of the page.
3

Under Appearance and Personalization, select the 'Adjust Screen Resolution' option.
4

If you have more than one display, select the display whose resolution you want to change.
5
Click on the chevron (down pointed arrow) to get a drop down list. In the drop-down list select the resolution you want by sliding the meter up or down.
- You can also select the orientation of the screen.
6

Click Apply. Then select Keep Changes if you are happy with the new resolution. Otherwise select Revert and set again the resolution.

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Do not lower the resolution below the recommended resolution as this might cause some items not to fit in your display.

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