User question
Hello.
I had an error with the image ... One game was launched, for some reason an error occurred abruptly: "... that the AMD video driver was stopped in mind ...", and then I noticed that everything on the monitor screen became large ...
Also, if earlier I could put a hundred shortcuts on the desktop, now there are already 10 - and there is not almost half of the space! How so, what needs to be done to return everything to its previous state?
Anatoly.
Good time everyone!
This happens due to the fact that the selected is not optimal screen resolution (in your case, the video driver may have "crashed", and because of this, the resolution got lost).
In general, if explained in simple words, then screen resolution - This is the number of points, which are used to build a picture on the monitor. Of course, the more dots there are, the clearer and more accurate the image contours.
Each monitor has its own optimal resolution, which, in most cases, is worth choosing (if you set the resolution higher than the recommended one - then the text and some elements will become too small and it will be difficult to read them, if less than the recommended one - everything on the screen will become large, like from the author of the question).
And so, let's get down to business ...
👉 Close to the subject!
How to change the resolution in the game, including without even entering it (if an error crashes, or you do not see anything when you start it)
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Defining and changing the screen resolution
Screen Diagonal Ratio
In general, as I said above, each monitor has its own optimal resolution, which (usually) is installed by Windows by default (at least if you have all the necessary drivers installed). In some cases, this does not happen ...
The permission is associated with diagonal of the monitor ... The larger the diagonal, the higher the resolution, as a rule. If anyone does not know, the diagonal is measured in inches (1 inch = 2.53 cm).
What is the diagonal and how is it measured (1 inch = 2.53 cm)
Below I have given a plate in which the diagonal of the monitor and the resolution on it are linked (please note that the numbers are conditional (although most often they are), since each manufacturer sets his own parameters).
Diagonal | Resolution | Designation | Format (aspect ratio) |
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15.0 | 1024x768 | XGA | 4:3 |
15.6 (laptop) | 1366x768 | HD | 16:9 |
17.0 | 1280x1024 | SXGA | 5:4 |
17.0 | 1440x900 | WXGA + | 16:10 |
17.3 (notebook) | 1600: 900 or 1920:1080 | Full HD | 16:9 |
19.0 | 1280x1024 | SXGA | 5:4 |
19.0 | 1440x900 | WXGA + | 16:10 |
20.1 | 1400x1050 | SXGA + | 4:3 |
20.1 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA + | 16:10 |
20.1 | 1600x1200 | UXGA | 4:3 |
20.8 | 2048x1536 | QXGA | 4:3 |
21.0 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA + | 16:10 |
21.3 | 1600x1200 | UXGA | 4:3 |
22.0 | 1680x1050 | WSXGA + | 16:10 |
22.2 | 3840x2400 | WQUXGA | 16:10 |
23.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
24.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
26.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
27.0 | 1920x1200 | WUXGA | 16:10 |
30.0 | 2560x1600 | WQXGA + | 16:10 |
Also, monitors can be with different aspect ratios (in the form of a "square", elongated rectangular, etc.). The table below links the resolution to the aspect ratio.
Example on two monitors: 4: 3 and 16: 9 aspect ratios
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 5:4 | 16:9 | 16:10 |
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Permissions for this type of ratio | 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x864 1280x960 1400x1050 1600x1200 | 1280x1024 | 1280x720 1360x768 1366x768 1600x900 1920x1080 | 1280x768 1280x800 1440x900 1600x1024 1680x1050 |
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Optimal Resolution Setting
By the way, to find out the current monitor resolution, you can use the online services:
- //myresolutionis.ru/ - as you follow the link, you will see the width and height - this is what we are looking for 👌;
- //screenresolution.ru/ is a similar service, just follow the link. By the way, it will also show the working space of your browser window (useful) and the Bit / Pixel ratio.
An example of the service
Important!
If you do not have video driver icons in the tray, on the desktop and in the Windows Control Panel, most likely you do not have video drivers.
Also, if they are not there, you will not be able to change the resolution (it is just that the list will not have the optimal option). Until you install new drivers (or update the "old" ones), the problem cannot be fixed.
I have a detailed blog post on updating drivers video adapter, 👉 recommend for review.
In IntelHD video driver (nVidia, AMD)
This is one of the easiest ways to quickly change many screen parameters: resolution, brightness, contrast, color gamut, refresh rate, and more.
If you have a video driver installed, then you just need to use the tray icon next to the clock (or right-click anywhere on the desktop). In my case, this is IntelHD, yours may also have AMD (Ati Radeon) or nVidia (GeForce).
👉 To help!
There is no Intel HD, nVidia, or AMD Radeon video driver icon in the tray next to the clock and on the desktop. What to do ->
Open IntelHD settings
In the settings, as a rule, you need to open the section of basic parameters (in IntelHD it is "Basic settings". In general, many parameters and menu variations depend on the version of your video driver: it is unrealistic to foresee all possible options in the article ☝).
You need to alternately change the resolution - choose the one that is most convenient and comfortable for work. Focus on what is recommended first. If the elements on the screen are too small, try moving the resolution down by 1-2 points, making it a little smaller.
Intel (R) Graphics Control Panel - Resolution Selection
On Windows 7
If you have Windows 7, then you just need to right-click on any free space on the desktop, and in the menu that appears, select "Screen resolution" , see screenshot below.
Windows 7 - Right Click on Desktop
Further in the tab "Resolution" you will be able to see what you have selected at the current time, and what else can be set.
The optimal resolution is usually marked as "Recommended" (see screenshot below). Most often, they choose either the best option, or 1-2 points lower (so that the picture and text on the screen are larger, it is important for monitors with a large diagonal).
Screen customization in Windows 7
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On Windows 8/10
Press the button combination Win + Rthen enter the command desk.cpl and press Enter. See screenshot below.
Opening the screen settings
This will open the section "Screen" and you can change many parameters: brightness, text (font) size, resolution, etc. Open additional options, see what permissions you can set (see example below).
Additional screen options
By the way, if you do not have such a list, and the optimal resolution is not indicated at all, most likely (as already mentioned above) you simply do not have a video driver. Try to update it (the link to the article was given above).
Important!
If you have an old CRT monitor (these are so thick 👀, now there are few of them, but in some places they are used) - be sure to check sweep frequency (measured in HZ).
This parameter should not be less than 85 HZ (at 60 HZ - flickering of the monitor is very noticeable, which causes discomfort and eye fatigue). Better yet, set it to 100 HZ.
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Additions on the topic - will come in handy!
Good luck!
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First publication: 12/26/2017
Correction: 02/10/2020