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How to change your monitor’s refresh rate (and why gamers should check pronto)
High refresh rate monitors are fantastic, but if you don't set them up correctly they can't live up to their potential.
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How to enable HDR in Windows 10
Windows 10 supports HDR monitors, but you have to manually turn the feature on to get those luscious visuals. Here's how to do it.
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5 Windows display tricks to help you focus
When you're trying to focus on a specific task, the right display settings can make a big difference. Automate dark mode, cut down on blue light, dim secondary displays and more with these tips.
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Use Windows 10’s individual display scaling to perfect your multi-monitor setup
Want to boost the scaling on your 1080p monitor by a little and your 4K display by a lot? With Windows 10 that's an easy fix.
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How to use Miracast to mirror your device’s screen wirelessly on your TV—even 4K
Everything you need to know to figure out device support between newer and older devices, and setting it up with Windows or Android devices.
Hassle-Free PC
How to use Night Light in the Windows 10 Creators Update
The Creators Update brings a built-in way to adjust your screen's color temperature and make it easier to sleep after a late-night computer session.
Answer Line
A multi-monitor USB adapter lets you add a display even if you lack a spare video port
When you need to get serious work done, the more monitors the merrier. And if you don't have a spare VGA, DVI, or HDMI port, you can still use USB.
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Don’t panic! How to fix 5 common PC emergencies
Spilled soda on your laptop? Broke your screen? Here’s what you can do.Answer Line
What to do when the PC turns on but the screen remains black
You turn on your PC. The lights come on. The fan spins. But the screen remains black. Here's what you should do about it.How-To
How to make Linux’s desktop look good on high-resolution displays
You've paid good money for a high-resolution display. Here's how to enjoy it with Linux's GNOME desktop.Answer Line
How to clean a touchscreen: All you need is a simple cleaner and a special cloth
Thanks to your greasy fingers, touchscreens get dirty quicker than old-fashioned monitors. Here's how to clean off the schmutz.
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How to replace a broken laptop screen
If your laptop's LCD screen is cracked, black, or otherwise broken, it doesn't mean your notebook's a paperweight. Here's step-by-step instructions on how to replace a broken laptop screen.How-To
4K monitors: Everything you need to know about UltraHD PC displays
Here's everything you need to know before spending big bucks on a pixel-packed 4K monitor.Smart Mobile Tricks
Six ways to make your iOS or Android phone easier on the eyes
These settings will make your screen a bit easier to read, from boosting the size of text to zooming your display with your fingertips.How-To
How to make the Windows desktop look good on high-DPI displays
Windows wasn't made to work well with pixel-packed displays. Here's how to force the issue.Hassle-Free PC
Three Windows multitasking features that help maximize your screen space
Need to get more than one thing done at a time? There's a Snap for that.Hassle-Free PC
Teach your laptop to treat a secondary monitor as the primary display
Bigger screens make for better browsing, but programs open on your primary display by default. Here's how to teach your laptop to open programs on an external monitorHassle-Free PC
How to add a third monitor to your laptop
What's better than a two-screen setup? A three-screener, of course. Here's how to work around the video-output limitation.How-To
Desktop land grab: Essential tips for multimonitor productivity
Two or more monitors can enhance your computing experience for work—and play. Here's how to set them up for the best possible viewing experience.How-To
How to pick the best desktop display for Windows 8
Windows 8 offers superb support for touch, including full 10-point multitouch gestures. We guide you through choosing the right combination of touch device and monitor.Answer Line
Clean your screen
Billyy asked the Laptops forum for screen-cleaning advice. My instructions also apply to desktop monitors, HDTVs, cell phones, and tablets.How-To
Inside the shadowy underground of Korean monitor sales
If you're looking for a high-res desktop monitor with good image quality, you can buy a brand you've never heard of direct from Korea. But proceed with caution.How-To
How to Use Your Android Tablet as a Secondary Display
Put your tablet to work as a secondary PC display, to get more things done.How-To
How to set up multiple monitors In Windows 8
Many multimonitor enhancements are coming with Windows 8. We show you what they are and how to take advantage of them with Intel, Nvidia, and AMD graphics processors.How-To
How to Get Started Screencasting
Want to start your own Internet show, share PC tips and tricks with friends, or just show off your gaming skills via video? Here's how to start producing your own screencast.How-To
16 PC Mysteries Solved!
Our digital detectives uncover the truth behind some of tech’s most baffling questions.How-To
How to Eliminate Eyestrain From Your Big, Beautiful PC
Building an amazing desktop computer is easy, but even after you stuff your new system with the latest hardware, hook up your cabling, and make room for your giant monitor, you're not quite done. Make it easy on the eyes with this handy guide.How-To
The Greatest PC Mysteries–Solved!
PCWorld's editors band together to solve the greatest PC mysteries! Find out why your PC beeps on startup, what a .dat file is, how USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 differ, and much more!Answer Line
Can I Spread Wallpaper Across Multiple Monitors?
Roaddogg asked the Answer Line forum how to spread a single photo across two monitors as the desktop background (AKA the wallpaper)How-To
How to Calibrate Your Monitor
Calibrate your monitor to display colors accurately and to improve the look of photos, videos, and games.Hassle-Free PC
How to Clean Your Laptop or Desktop LCD
There's a right way and a wrong way to remove the dust and streaks from your LCD. Make sure you don't do it the wrong way.Simply Business
Soothe Your Sore Eyes With F.lux’s Time-Sensitive Lighting
This cross-platform utility automatically adjusts your display lighting based on the time of day.How-To
Make Multiple Monitors Work for You
Instead of using your extra monitor as a means of catching up on last night's episode of Family Guy, use it to be more productive.Answer Line
Monitor Resolution Too High
Artman's laptop screen has a 1900 x 1200 resolution, which makes the text too small and hard to read. He asked the Windows forum for help.Answer Line
Running Two Monitors
Maina Njuguna asked me what's required for a new desktop to run two monitorsHow-To
Get VIP Treatment When You Buy for Your Small Business
You could be missing out on preferred treatment and better deals when shopping for tech gear for your company. Here are some special deals that seven big retailers offer small businesses.How-To
How to Set Up Multiple Monitors
Boost your productivity by adding a second monitor. It'll provide you with increased screen real estate and boost your efficiency.How-To
Update the Firmware on Your HDTV, Camera, Smartphone, PC, and More
Software updates aren't just for PCs any more. Here's how to fix bugs and add new features to your existing hardware with a few easy patches.Tech Audit
Make Money Selling Your Old Tech
Get paid to unload old gear instead of letting it languish in drawers and closets. Companies are willing to buy used electronics for reselling and recycling.Tech Audit
Save Serious Money With a Business Energy Audit
Whether for a business based at home or in an office highrise, plugging energy leaks can bring measurable savings.How-To
How to Set Up a Virtualization Server
Virtualizing even a small infrastructure can ease administration and reduce costs. Here's what to look for in a host server, network interfaces, power supplies, and virtualization software.Linux Line
How to Install the Latest Firefox 3.6.6 in Ubuntu Linux
Firefox 3.6.6 features browser crash prevention. Here's how to easily install it in Ubuntu Linux.How-To
Build a Great Media-Editing PC, Part 1: How to Choose Your PC Components
In this seven-part series called "Build a Great Media-Editing PC," we take you through the entire process of building your own powerful computer. In this video, we show you how to choose the parts for your new desktop.How-To
Curb PC Annoyances: Windows 7, Office, and Monitor Tips
Here's what to do when Microsoft changes a file format, Office keeps asking you to accept the EULA, and Dell ships you a monitor with a seemingly random cable.Linux Line
How to Configure an Ubuntu Linux Computer for Less Than $200
Here are step by step instructions for setting up an Ubuntu Linux computer with a 23-inch LCD monitor for under $200.Hassle-Free PC
Decide Between VGA, DVI, and HDMI for Your Monitor Connection
Actually, it's a pretty easy decision. But it'll probably cost you a few extra bucks.How-To
Geek 101: LCD and Plasma Basics
HDTV and computer monitor technology can be confusing to the uninitiated. We clear the air with this primer.How-To
How to Sell Your PC (and Other Gadgets)
Need cash to buy the latest and greatest? Here's how to turn your drawer full of old smartphones, cameras, and other tech toys into some brand-new gear.How-To