How to connect a monitor to your laptop

Hooking a monitor up to your laptop can help you multitask and give your eyes a break. But the setup process may seem a bit daunting—especially if you've never done it before.

How to connect a monitor to your laptop (Windows 10)

1. Check Your Laptop Ports

• Examine your laptop's ports to identify the available connection options for connecting an external monitor. Common video output ports include HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, and USB-C
  
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2. Choose the Right Cable

• Select a cable that matches the video output port on your laptop and the input port on your monitor. For example, if your laptop has an HDMI port and your monitor has an HDMI input, use an HDMI cable.

3. Power Off Both Devices

• Turn off your laptop and monitor before making any connections. This ensures safety and prevents potential damage to the devices.
  

4. Connect the Cable to Your Laptop

• Plug one end of the video cable into the appropriate port on your laptop. Ensure that the cable is securely inserted and tightened to prevent accidental disconnection.
  

5. Connect the Cable to Your Monitor

• Connect the other end of the video cable to the corresponding input port on your monitor. Again, ensure a secure connection to prevent any signal loss or interference.

6. Power On Your Monitor

• Turn on your monitor using the power button located on the monitor itself. Wait for it to fully power up and display the input source selection screen.
  

7. Power On Your Laptop

• Turn on your laptop by pressing the power button. Wait for the operating system to boot up and display on the laptop screen.

8. Select the Input Source on Your Monitor

• Use the monitor's on-screen menu or buttons to select the correct input source corresponding to the video cable connected to your laptop. For example, if you connected an HDMI cable, select the HDMI input source on your monitor.
  

9. Adjust Display Settings (if necessary)

• Once the monitor detects the laptop's video signal, it should display the laptop's screen automatically. You can adjust the display settings, such as resolution and orientation, through your laptop's operating system settings.

10. Extend or Duplicate Your Display

• Depending on your preference, you can choose to extend your desktop across both screens or duplicate the laptop screen on the monitor. Adjust these settings in your laptop's display settings menu.

That's it! You have successfully connected a monitor to your laptop. You can now enjoy a larger screen for work, gaming, or multimedia purposes.