DDM 2.0 has no Easy Arrange custom save?

Question

I've updated to DDM 2.0. I use the Easy Arrange feature to set multiple work windows on a Dell 34' ultrawide monitor. With DDM 1.x, I could save a custom window arrangement. I cannot find a way to save a custom arrangement with 2.0. Am I missing something?

DELL-Chris M · Accepted Answer

2.1.0.45, January 17, 20232.1.1.17, March 31, 2023 DDM 2.1 User's Guide for Windows

DELL-Chris M · Answer

What specific Dell monitor model?What version of DDM 2.0 is installed?

mariodalessio · Answer

I have the same issue.

PC: HP ZBook Power G7 laptop

OS: Windows 10 Pro

Monitor: Dell S3422DWG

Laptop is connected via HP Elite Thunderbolt 3 dock to the two HDMI inputs on the monitor.

DDM version 2.0.0.135

LIboy22 · Answer

Dell S3422DW monitor

DDM 2.0.0.135

The option to save a custom layout isn't listed anywhere and my attempts (right click somewhere, etc.) yield nothing. The option seems to have disappeared.

Connection details probably don't matter since the software just ins't showing the save option. But I'm driving from an HP ZBook Firefly G8. Same result whether connecting directly to the monitor by HDMI 2.0 directly to the monitor HDMI input, or by Thunderbolt through a USB-C dock to the monitor DP input.

DELL-Chris M · Answer

* Uninstall DDM 2.0.0.135. Install DDM 2.0.0.134 and retest
* If same issue with DDM 2.0.0.134, uninstall DDM 2.0.0.134. Try to install the older DDM 1.x and retest. If working, stay with it until a new DDM 2.x is released

Sky666 · Answer

Does not work for all versions of DDM 2. I had to uninstall and install version 1. This function was the main one when choosing a monitor.

thomasfo · Answer

Same issue for me, updated and no custom design. How is it even possible to make a new version and miss one of the most useful and unique features?

DELL-Chris M · Answer

Did you test the 138 beta shown in the FAQ DDM (Dell Display Manager) ?

rdlafleur · Answer

Is the answer here to use 1x if you want Custom Layout? Are there plans to support custom layout in 2x?

DELL-Chris M · Answer

Is the answer here to use 1x if you want Custom Layout?* Did you test the 138 beta? Are there plans to support custom layout in 2x?* Unknown.

GlobalEngineer2 · Answer

Any update on this? The primary reason I use (or used) DDM, and a primary factor in my selection of a DELL wide monitor, was the ability to create and save custom layouts using DDM.

In the meantime, I've reverted to DDM 1.55. If custom layouts are not (to be) supported in DDM 2.x, I'll switch back to FancyZones.

thomasfo · Answer

I want to test the beta to see if it solves the issues, but why is this file hosted outside dell on http://pages.suddenlink.net/downloaddell/ddmsetup.exe , all the other versions are on dell.com host.

Ruthie1983 · Answer

Is this working now? I would love to be able to customise my monitor screen.

DELL-Chris M · Answer

but why is this file hosted outside Dell?Because it is in beta. Meaning still in testing by the team. So not on Dell.com hosting site. They emailed it to me and asked for users to test it.

Arevekko · Answer

How would you upgrade the Display Manager to 2.0 and remove things. This 2.0 version is a downgrade and making custom layouts was very important!

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