Checking your monitor specs on Windows 11 can be a quick and easy task if you know where to look. To do this, you’ll access your system’s settings and delve into the display options to uncover all the details about your monitor. This guide will walk you through the process step by step, ensuring you get all the info you need.
Checking your monitor specs in Windows 11 involves navigating through the system settings to find detailed information about your monitor’s resolution, refresh rate, and other specifications.
Step 1: Open Settings
First, click on the Start menu and select «Settings.»
The Settings app is your gateway to all the configurations and details about your computer. Clicking on «Settings» opens up a window where you’ll find various options to customize and check system information.
Step 2: Go to System
Next, in the Settings window, click on «System.»
The System section is where you manage all the major components and system settings of your computer, including the display settings.
Step 3: Select Display
Then, navigate to the «Display» option on the left-hand side.
The Display option will present you with various settings related to your monitor, such as brightness, resolution, and orientation. This is where you will find the specific details about your monitor.
Step 4: Advanced Display Settings
Scroll down and click on «Advanced Display Settings.»
This section provides more in-depth information about your monitor like resolution, refresh rate, and color format. It’s your one-stop-shop for complete monitor specs.
Step 5: View Display Information
Finally, under Display Information, review the specs listed.
Here, you’ll see detailed information about your monitor, including the model, refresh rate, and resolution. This section is where you get all the technical specs presented in an easy-to-read format.
Once you complete these steps, you will have a clear view of your monitor’s specifications, including the resolution, refresh rate, and other key details.
Tips for Checking Monitor Specs Windows 11
- Always ensure your graphics drivers are up-to-date for accurate display information.
- Check the model number of your monitor if you need specific details from the manufacturer.
- Use third-party software for even more detailed specs if necessary.
- Compare your monitor’s specs with your system’s capabilities to ensure compatibility.
- Keep a record of your monitor specs for future reference or troubleshooting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I check monitor specs without using Settings?
Yes, you can use third-party software like CPU-Z or Speccy for detailed information.
How do I find the model number of my monitor?
You can usually find it on a label on the back of the monitor or in the Advanced Display Settings.
What if my monitor information is incorrect?
Ensure your graphics drivers are updated. If problems persist, consult with the monitor manufacturer.
Can I change the refresh rate of my monitor?
Yes, you can change it in the Advanced Display Settings under the Refresh Rate dropdown menu.
Why is knowing my monitor specs important?
Knowing your specs helps ensure compatibility with your system and can improve your overall computing experience.
Summary
- Open Settings
- Go to System
- Select Display
- Advanced Display Settings
- View Display Information
Conclusion
Understanding how to check your monitor specs on Windows 11 is a useful skill, whether you’re troubleshooting, upgrading, or just curious about your tech. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily access a wealth of information about your display. Keeping your drivers up-to-date and familiarizing yourself with your monitor’s specifications can help you maximize performance and ensure everything runs smoothly. For further reading, consider exploring Microsoft’s official support pages or tech forums for more advanced tips and tricks. Now that you know how to check monitor specs on Windows 11, you’re better equipped to manage and optimize your display settings. Happy computing!
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Все способы:
- Способ 1: Технические характеристики монитора
- Способ 2: «Параметры»
- Способ 3: Фирменный софт (только для видеокарт NVIDIA)
- Вариант 1: Панель управления NVIDIA
- Вариант 2: NVIDIA GeForce Experience
- Способ 4: Сторонние программы
- Вопросы и ответы: 0
Способ 1: Технические характеристики монитора
Узнать поддерживаемую монитором герцовку можно, ознакомившись с его техническими характеристиками в руководстве пользователя, на сайте производителя, в одном из множества интернет-магазинов или на специализированном техническом веб-ресурсе.
Если у вас сохранилась коробка от устройства и/или прилагаемая к нему инструкция, потребуется отыскать там информацию, подписанную как «развертка» или «частота обновления» (бывают горизонтальными и вертикальными) либо «refresh rate». Само же значение, очевидно, будет измеряться в Гц либо Hz.
В случае если нет ни документации, ни фирменной упаковки, потребуется узнать модель монитора и отыскать интересующую нас информацию в интернете. Обычно необходимые сведения указываются на передней или задней части корпуса и имеют говорящую подпись «Model No:», но если таковые отсутствуют, воспользуйтесь любой из предложенных в следующих частях статьи инструкцией.
- Когда вам станут известны наименование производителя и номер модели, введите в любой предпочтительный поисковик запрос следующего вида:
монитор производитель модель характеристики - Нажмите «Enter» и ознакомьтесь с результатами выдачи. Если используемое вами устройство достаточно распространенное, вполне возможно, что его «Основные характеристики», включая герцовку, будут указаны в отдельном блоке, то есть даже не потребуется посещать какой-либо веб-ресурс.
- В противном случае поочередно открывайте сайты в выдаче и ищите там детальные технические характеристики монитора. Так, используемая нами в качестве примера модель «нашлась» в одном довольно популярном интернет-магазине, хотя и давно была снята с производства, – здесь отдельно указывается горизонтальная и вертикальная развертка. При этом важно отметить, что герцовкой в прямом понимании данного термина является именно вторая – она измеряется в Гц, а не кГц.
Обратите внимание! В технических характеристиках устройства, доступных в руководстве пользователя, на официальном сайте производителя или любом другом веб-ресурсе, предоставляющем подобные сведения, обычно указывается не конкретное значение герцовки, а поддерживаемый диапазон. Все дальнейшие способы в данной статье позволяют узнать конкретный параметр, установленный в операционной системе.
Способ 2: «Параметры»
Сведения о текущей герцовке монитора представлены в «Параметрах» ОС Windows 11. Для того чтобы ознакомиться с ними, проделайте следующее:
- Используя любой из доступных способов, откройте «Параметры» операционной системы. Субъективно проще всего это сделать с помощью сочетания клавиш «Win+I», но соответствующие пункты имеются в «Пуске» и его контекстном меню, вызываемом нажатием правой кнопки мышки (ПКМ) по значку на панели задач.
- Оказавшись в разделе «Система» (первый на боковой панели), разверните подраздел «Дисплей».
- Пролистайте список доступных справа опций вниз
и перейдите в «Расширенные параметры дисплея».
- Интересующая нас информация о герцовке будет представлена в блоке «Сведения о дисплее» напротив параметров «Режим рабочего стола» и «Режим активного сигнала».
- Если вами используется более одного монитора, выберите нужный в выпадающем списке (1) и ознакомьтесь со сведениями (2).
Если вы хотите изменить данное значение (при условии, что такая возможность поддерживается устройством), кликните по ссылке «Свойства видеоадаптера для дисплея…», во вкладке «Монитор» выберите интересующее значение в выпадающем списке «Частота обновления экрана» и сохраните его, воспользовавшись кнопками «Применить» и «ОК».
Способ 3: Фирменный софт (только для видеокарт NVIDIA)
Если в вашем компьютере или ноутбуке установлен графический адаптер производства NVIDIA, узнать информацию о герцовке монитора можно в фирменной панели управления и приложении GeForce Experience. К сожалению, для владельцев карт от AMD такая возможность недоступна.
Вариант 1: Панель управления NVIDIA
- Воспользовавшись поиском по операционной системе
или контекстным меню ярлыка в трее, откройте «Панель управления NVIDIA».
- Перейдите к разделу «Изменение разрешения», расположенному в блоке «Дисплей».
- Текущее значение герцовки будет указано в выпадающем списке «Частота обновления». Там же вы сможете его изменить, но только при условии, что такая возможность поддерживается.
Если вы используете более одного монитора, предварительно выделите нужный.
Вариант 2: NVIDIA GeForce Experience
Скачать GeForce Experience
- Аналогично предыдущей инструкции, используя системный трей
или функцию поиска, запустите приложение «GeForce Experience».
- Из вкладки «Главная», которая будет открыта по умолчанию, перейдите в «Настройки» (значок шестеренки).
- В блоке «Моя система» обратите внимание на последнюю в списке строку, обозначенную рисунком монитора – значение текущей герцовки будет указано сразу за разрешением.
Способ 4: Сторонние программы
Большинство программ от сторонних разработчиков, предоставляющих возможность просмотра технических характеристик ПК, их мониторинга и диагностики, также отображают интересующую нас в рамках настоящей статьи информацию. В качестве примера далее воспользуемся продуктом от компании Piriform, создавшей популярный чистильщик операционной системы CCleaner, вы же можете выбрать любой другой аналог из отдельного обзорного материала на сайте.
Подробнее: Программы для просмотра характеристик компьютера
Скачать Speccy
- Скачайте программу, установите ее и запустите. После непродолжительного сканирования необходимые сведения появятся в главном окне, в блоке «Graphics». Если вы используете более одного монитора, они будут указаны в порядке приоритетности, соответствующему таковому в «Параметрах» Windows 11 (имеется в виду именно номер устройства, а не то, какое из них вы назначили основным).
- Если же перейти во вкладку «Graphics», доступную на боковой панели Speccy, можно узнать более детальные сведения об оборудовании.
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On Windows 11, finding display information can be useful in various situations. For example, you can identify the brand and model to purchase a replacement or add a second monitor for a multi-monitor setup. You can also quickly check if the device supports advanced features like High Dynamic Range (HDR) or Dynamic Refresh Rate (DRR). Additionally, you can review the specifications—such as refresh rate, bit depth, color format, and resolution—to ensure your device meets the requirements for tasks like gaming or video editing.
Whatever your need, Windows 11 offers a dedicated page in the Settings app that simplifies viewing display specifications and capabilities.
In this how-to guide, I’ll explain how to find the built-in display or external monitor connected to your computer.
Recent updates
These instructions has been updated to ensure accuracy and reflect changes to the process in the operating system.
How to view display specs on Windows 11
To view the display or external monitor specifications, use these steps:
- Open Settings.
- Click on System.
- Click the Display page on the right side.
- Click on the Advanced display setting under the «Related settings» section.
- Use the «Select a display to view or change its settings» drop-down menu to choose the monitor to view its information (if applicable).
- Under the «Display information» section, confirm the brand and model number.
- Confirm the display specification, including:
- Desktop mode: Shows the pixel resolution and refresh rate mode.
- Active signal mode: Specifies the current pixel resolution and refresh rate the system uses.
- Bit depth: Describes the number of bits the display can use to represent each pixel of an image. Usually, this number would be 8-bit for most regular panels and 10-bit or higher for premium panels.
- Color format: Shows the color format that the display is currently using — for example, RGB.
- Color space: Specifies whether the display uses Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) or High Dynamic Range (HDR).
- Turn on the «Dynamic refresh rate» toggle switch (if necessary).
- Quick note: If the «Dynamic» option is present, the display supports Dynamic Refresh Rate (DRR). This feature allows Windows 11 to dynamically increase or decrease the refresh rate on supported hardware. Usually, this option is available for monitors with 120hz or higher.
- Confirm whether the display is certified as an HDR-capable device.
- Quick note: On high-quality HDR displays, the page will show its HDR certifications.
- Click the «Display adapter properties for» option to view the graphics card brand, model, and other information (if applicable).
Once you complete the steps, you will better understand the monitor’s capabilities and configuration.
More resources
If your second monitor isn’t detected on Windows 10 or Windows 11, follow our guide to solve that first. You can find more in-depth guides, troubleshooting tips, and the latest updates on Windows 11 and 10 here:
- Windows 11 on Windows Central — All you need to know
- Windows 10 on Windows Central — All you need to know
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In this piece, we’ll show you how to check your monitor model on Windows 11 as well as related specs.
Besides the monitor name and the graphics card it’s connected to, you may need information related to the Active signal mode, Bit depth, Color format, and Color space.
All this can be found in the display settings, but a third-party tool is usually more helpful. Let’s learn about both!
How do I find my display information on Windows 11?
1. View the Display settings
- Press Windows + I to open the Settings app, and click Display on the right in the System tab.
- Scroll down and click on Advanced display under Related settings.
- You will now find the various configurations listed under the monitor name set as Display 1. This includes:
- Desktop mode: Available display resolution and refresh rate
- Active signal mode: Current display resolution and refresh rate
- Bit depth: Number of bits required to indicate the color of a single pixel in an image. The higher it is, the better. Modern monitors have it at 8 or higher.
- Color format: Current color format. It should be RGB in most cases.
- Color space: Signifies the array of colors the monitor can display. It could be Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) or High Dynamic Range (HDR).
- If you want to view the screen resolution or monitor information for another display, choose the monitor name from the Select a display to view or change its settings dropdown menu.
- To access the monitor settings in Windows 11, click on Display adapter properties for Display X, where X is the number assigned to the monitor.
The advanced display settings are one of the easiest ways to view the screen resolution settings and monitor details. Remember, it works for wireless displays as well.
2. Check the System Information app
- Press Windows + S to open Search, type System Information in the search box, and click on the relevant result.
- Expand Components from the navigation pane, and then select Display.
- You will now find the display Resolution, Bits/Pixel, Color Table Entries, and Color Planes. Besides, there will be details for the available graphics adapter, including Adapter RAM and display Driver Version.
The System Information app is a built-in tool that lists everything about the PC in an orderly manner. Apart from the monitor details, you will also find information related to Sound, Network, Storage, and Printing, amongst others.
3. Use a third-party software
- Go to Speccy’s webpage and download the free version of the tool.
- Run the setup and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Launch Speccy, head to Graphics from the navigation pane, and you will find the monitor name and other relevant details listed here.
While the built-in settings do the job, you could use Speccy, a reliable PC information software, to find the display information, monitor name, and specs in Windows 11.
- Windows 11 24H2 is now broadly available, but there’s a catch
- Gamers are migrating to Windows 11 even more as Windows 10 EoS nears
- Windows 11 will soon add ‘Advanced’ settings page with lots of useful options
4. Search the Internet
If you want to find out more details about the monitor, say compatibility, various features, or things only advanced users require, head to the manufacturer’s website and open the monitor’s official page. It will list out all the information you would ever need.
Even third-party sellers and e-commerce platforms provide device details, so you could check that as well. But we wouldn’t blindly rely on the information provided on these websites.
How do I rename my monitor on Windows 11?
Tip
The process requires editing the Registry. We recommend you be extra cautious and create a restore point before proceeding to revert the changes if something goes wrong.
- Press Windows + X to open the Power User menu, and select Device Manager from the list of options.
- Expand the Monitors entry here, right-click on the monitor name you want to change, and select Properties.
- Head to the Details tab, and from the Property dropdown menu, choose Driver key.
- Right-click on the alpha-numeric string that appears, and select Copy.
- Now, press Windows + R to open Run, type regedit in the text field, and hit Enter.
- Click Yes in the UAC prompt.
- Paste the following path in the address bar and hit Enter:
Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\ControlSet001\Enum
- Select the Enum key in the left pane, press Ctrl + F, paste the Driver key you copied earlier, and click on Find Next.
- You will now be redirected to the registry keys for the monitor. Double-click the FriendlyName string, enter the desired name in the Value data text field, and click OK.
- Once done, head back to Device Manager, click the Action menu, then select Scan for hardware changes, and the new monitor name should now reflect.
It’s neither that easy to change the name of the built-in display or an external monitor in Windows 11, nor do we recommend that you do it frequently. But just as you can rename the PC, you can also change the monitor or display name in Windows 11.
With proper knowledge of the monitor details, specifications, and other display information, you would be in a far better position to asses things. Besides, you may want to check the other PC specifications for an even deeper understanding of the computer.
Do tell us in the comments section what prompted you to check the display information in Windows 11 and whether the methods listed here proved helpful.
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Checking your monitor model in Windows 11 might seem like a daunting task, but it’s pretty straightforward. In just a few steps, you can easily find out the specific model of your monitor without needing to dive into complex settings. Let’s break it down for you!
Following these steps will help you identify your monitor model. This is handy for troubleshooting, updating drivers, or just satisfying your curiosity.
Step 1: Open Settings
Start by opening the Settings app.
To do this, click on the Start button (the Windows icon) on the bottom left of your screen. Then, select the gear icon, which is the shortcut for Settings. This will open a new window with various system options.
Step 2: Go to System
Navigate to the “System” section.
The System option is generally the first category you’ll see in the Settings menu. Click on it to access more detailed settings related to your hardware and system performance.
Step 3: Select Display
Within System settings, click on “Display.”
The Display settings control how your monitor operates. Here, you’ll find various options related to screen resolution, orientation, and multiple displays.
Step 4: Advanced Display Settings
Scroll down and click on “Advanced display settings.”
This option is usually towards the bottom of the Display settings menu. Clicking on it will bring up detailed information about your display.
Step 5: View Display Information
Look for the “Display information” section to find your monitor model.
Under Display information, you should see details like your monitor’s refresh rate, resolution, and most importantly, the model name and number. This is the information you need.
After completing these steps, you will have identified the model of your monitor. This information is useful for various purposes, such as looking up specifications or compatibility issues.
Tips for Checking Monitor Model in Windows 11
- Double-check Connections: Make sure your monitor is properly connected to your computer, as an improper connection might not display the correct model.
- Update Drivers: Sometimes, outdated drivers can prevent Windows from showing the correct monitor model. Ensure all your drivers are up to date.
- Use Manufacturer Tools: Some monitor manufacturers provide their own software tools that can give you detailed information about your monitor.
- Check Online: If you can find the monitor’s serial number on the back, you can often look up the model number on the manufacturer’s website.
- Multiple Monitors: If you have more than one monitor, ensure you’re checking the settings for the correct one by selecting it in the Display settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can’t I see my monitor model in Windows 11?
There could be several reasons for this. Your drivers may be outdated, your monitor might be an older model, or there could be an issue with the connection.
Can I check the monitor model via Device Manager?
Yes, you can. Open Device Manager, expand the “Monitors” section, and you might see the model listed there.
Is it possible to check the monitor model without turning on the computer?
Yes, you can often find the model number on a label on the back of the monitor.
What do I do if my monitor model is not listed?
Try updating your drivers or using the manufacturer’s diagnostic tools. If that doesn’t work, consult the monitor’s manual or support site.
Does the monitor model affect display quality?
The model itself doesn’t affect quality, but different models have different specifications, which can affect performance and display quality.
Summary
- Open Settings
- Go to System
- Select Display
- Click on Advanced Display Settings
- View Display Information
Conclusion
Checking your monitor model in Windows 11 is simple once you know where to look. Whether you need this info for troubleshooting, updating drivers, or just out of curiosity, the steps outlined above will get you there quickly. Remember, keeping your system updated and knowing how to navigate the Settings app can save you a lot of time and hassle down the road.
For further information, you might want to explore more about Windows 11 features, or even delve into the specifics of your monitor’s capabilities. With technology evolving rapidly, staying informed is key. Share this guide with friends who might find it useful, and keep exploring the settings in Windows 11 to get the most out of your system!
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