How to Change Screen Resolution in Windows 10

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If you need to change the display resolution setting on your Windows 10 PC, it's not hard once you know how. Whether you want to try a sharper resolution on a laptop that defaults to a lower option or need to change it back to the recommended size from a less-than-stellar option, we've got your back.

Here, we'll show how to change your display setting.  We recommend that you choose the recommended one and adjust your font and icon sizes to suit you. 

1. Click the Start button.

2. Select the Settings icon.

3. Select System.

4. Click Advanced display settings.

5. Click on the menu under Resolution.

6. Select the option you want. We strongly recommend going with the one that has (Recommended) next to it.

7. Click Apply.

You've changed your display resolution!

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Henry T. Casey

Henry was a contributing writer at Laptop Mag. He penned hundreds of articles, including helpful how-tos for Windows, Mac, and Gmail. Henry has also written about some of the best Chromebooks, and he has reviewed many Apple devices, including various MacBook Air laptops. He is now a managing editor at our sister site Tom's Guide, covering streaming media, laptops, and all things Apple.