How to Fix Windows Desktop Offset Issue Troubleshooting Guide
Summary: Resolve Windows desktop offset problems with our step-by-step guide. Update drivers, check display settings, and troubleshoot with ease.
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Offset Windows Desktop
If your Windows desktop display is offset to the right or left side by a few degrees. The following troubleshooting steps should help resolve this issue:
- Verify that all drivers are up to date. You can update drivers by running Windows Update or using Dell SupportAssist.
- Check the resolution limits of the computer or docking station that you are using to ensure that you are not exceeding the video limit.
- Right-click your desktop, and select Display settings (Figure 1).
Figure 1
- Select Advanced display settings (Figure 2) to the bottom center.
Figure 2
- Verify that the desktop and active resolutions are the same (Figure 3, Red box).
Figure 3
- If the resolutions are not the same, click Display adapter properties (Figure 3, Green box) to change the resolution in the Display adapter properties.
- Click List All Modes (Figure 4).
Figure 4
- From the list given, select the proper resolution (Figure 5).
Figure 5
Your desktop image should align properly once the matching resolution is selected.
Affected Products
Alienware, Inspiron, OptiPlex, Vostro, XPS, G Series, G Series, Alienware, Inspiron, Latitude, Vostro, XPS, Fixed Workstations, Mobile WorkstationsArticle Properties
Article Number: 000138732
Article Type: How To
Last Modified: 07 Feb 2024
Version: 6
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