A new monitor can be a great thing, but your computer might not adjust its settings to take advantage of it automatically.

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Setting up a dual monitor system to extend your screen and optimize computer display settings for a more productive and efficient workspace. Pixabay, DaveMeier Setting up two monitors on a single ...

A poorly configured laptop screen with brightness or contrast settings set too high can strain your eyes. More relaxed settings can make viewing more comfortable, especially if you prefer working at ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Buying a new monitor is exciting. We expect sharp contrasts, bright and vivid colors, and smooth and uninterrupted visuals, even ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

OS X generally does a good job of detecting monitors and providing available screen resolutions, color depths, and other settings that are available for a certain make and model. In some instances, ...