How to connect multiple monitors in Windows 11

Workstation: Connect multiple displays in Windows 11

First, make sure you have compatible cables: HDMI, DisplayPort or USB-C are the most common options. Older monitors may require Mini DisplayPort or VGA. For laptop users, an external dock can be an efficient solution for connecting multiple monitors.

Necessary Elements	Computer with Windows 11 and at least two monitors
Difficulty	Easy – no technical experience necessary
Time Required	About 3 minutes

To connect your monitors and ensure their correct detection by Windows 11, follow these steps:

• Open settings with [Windows] + [I] and select System.
• Navigate to Screen.
• Make sure that the number of displays recognized by Windows corresponds to the connected monitors. If not, disconnect and reconnect the cables, rebooting the system if necessary.
• Select the option Identify to verify which number corresponds to each screen.

Organize and adjust your screens effortlessly

When you connect a new monitor, Windows 11 might not recognize its correct location. For example, a monitor physically on the right might appear on the left in the settings. To correct this:

• Open Settings > System > Display.
• Press Identify to see what number is assigned to each monitor.
• Drag the numbered boxes to reflect the physical layout on your desktop.

Main Monitor: Quick Tips for Windows 11 Users

The main screen is where the default applications will open in Windows 11. To designate which monitor will serve as the main one:

• Return to Settings > System > Display.
• Select the screen you want to make primary.
• Check the box Make this my main screen.

Easily extend and duplicate secondary displays

You can decide how your secondary screens will behave:

• Double shows the same content in all of them.
• Extend allows all screens to work as one.

To configure these options:

• Go to Settings > System > Display.
• Select the screen you want to change.
• In the drop-down menu next to IdentifyChoose between Duplicate these screens o Enlarge these screens.
• Click on Maintain changes in the pop-up window.

Adjust text size and other elements

For each monitor added, Windows automatically adjusts the size of text and other elements. If you need to customize these settings:

• Open Settings > System > Display.
• Select the monitor to adjust at the top of the page.
• En Scale and designChoose the option of Scale that best suits your needs.

Taskbar in multiple Windows 11 environments

If you want to customize the taskbar on multiple screens:

• Go to Settings > Personalization > Taskbar.
• En Taskbar behaviors, select how you want it to appear on your secondary monitors.

Unique visual environments for each monitor

You can customize the background of each monitor:

• Open Settings > Personalization > Background.
• Make sure to select Image as your customization option.
• Choose an image from recent ones or browse new photos.
• Right click on the selected image and choose Set to monitor….

With these steps, Windows 11 gives you a complete and customizable multi-monitor setup experience. If you want more details, visit official Windows support for additional information.