How to Connect Two Monitors in Windows 7
Method 1 of 2:
Using a Hotkey
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Verify that both monitors are plugged in to your Windows 7 computer. Most Windows computers support VGA or DVI-I cables, but you may need to purchase an adapter if your computer lacks the necessary built-in port.[1] -
Power on your computer. -
Press the Windows logo key and the letter 'P' at the same time. A series of monitor options will display on-screen. -
Select one of the following options: 'Duplicate,' 'Extend,' or 'Projector only.' 'Duplicate' will display the same screen on both monitors, 'Extend' will allow you to navigate a full screen on both monitors, and 'Projector only' will show your screen only on the second monitor.[2]
Method 2 of 2:
Changing Screen Resolution Settings
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Verify that both monitors are plugged in to your Windows 7 computer. Most Windows computers support VGA or DVI-I cables, but you may need to purchase an adapter if your computer lacks the necessary built-in port. -
Power on your computer. -
Right-click on your desktop and select 'Screen resolution.' -
Click on the dropdown menu next to 'Multiple displays' in the Screen Resolution menu. -
Select either 'Duplicate these displays' or 'Extend these displays.' The 'duplicate' option will display the same screen on both monitors, and the 'extend' option will allow you to navigate a full screen on both monitors.- Select 'Show desktop only on 2' if you want to use only the second monitor for a presentation.
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