There are two main ways to switch monitors on a desktop computer: using shortcut keys and using system settings. The following are detailed operation steps: 1. Use shortcut keys
In most Windows systems, you can quickly switch display settings by pressing the "Win+P" key combination. After pressing the combination key, a selection box will pop up, which includes the following modes:
Only computer screen: Display content only on the main monitor, not on the secondary monitor.
Copy: The primary and secondary displays the same content.
Expansion: The primary and secondary displays display different content, expanding the workspace.
Only the second screen (or similar options): Display content only on the secondary display, not on the primary display.
Users can choose the corresponding mode to switch displays according to their needs. 2、 Use system settings
1 Windows system: Right click on a blank space on the desktop and select "Display Settings"- In the "Display Settings" window, you can see all currently connected displays, their numbers, and their positional relationships- Find the "Multiple Monitors" option, click on the drop-down menu, and select the display mode you want (such as "Expand These Monitors")- If you need to switch between primary and secondary monitors, you can click on the monitor number you want to set as the primary monitor, and then check "Set as primary monitor"- After completing the settings, click the "Apply" button and confirm the switch.
2 Mac system (although the issue mainly targets desktop computers, Mac users may also encounter similar situations): - Click on the Apple menu and select "System Preferences"- In System Preferences, click on the "Display" option (note: in newer versions of macOS, you may need to click on the "Arrange" tab under "Display")- In the tab, you can see all the currently connected displays. Drag the position of the monitor to adjust their arrangement order, and the top monitor will be displayed as the home screen. matters needing attention
-Make sure your computer and secondary monitor are properly connected and the secondary monitor is turned on.
-Different operating systems and computer brands may have slight differences, and specific operating methods may vary. If you encounter problems, you can refer to your computer's user guide or search the Internet for related tutorials.
-If there is no response when using shortcut keys, it may be because the operating system version is different or the shortcut keys are occupied by other programs. At this point, you can try using system settings to switch displays.
By using the above two methods, you can easily switch monitor settings on your desktop computer to meet different work or entertainment needs.