Configure Dual Monitors

Environment

Windows

Issue

How do I set up dual monitors?

Resolution

1. Connect your displays.
   1. Plug both monitors into your docking station via (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, VGA, etc.) cables.
   2. Make sure they are powered on.
2. Open Display Settings
   1. Right-click on your desktop → Display settings or
   2. Go to Settings System → Display
3. Detect & arrange monitors
   1. Windows should auto-detect both screens.
      1. If it doesn’t, click Detect.
   2. Drag the numbered monitor icons to match the physical layout.
   3. Choose display mode.
4. Under Multiple displays, choose:
   1. Extend → one large workspace across both monitors (most common)
   2. Duplicate → same content on both screens.
   3. Show only on 1/2 → disables one screen.
5. Adjust resolution and orientation.
6. Scroll to each monitor, select a resolution (usually “Recommended”).
7. Select orientation (Landscape/Portrait if you have vertical monitors).

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