Changing Display Settings Between Extended and Duplicate Modes

This document explains how to change your display settings between extended and duplicate modes, and outlines the differences between the two.

Understanding Display Modes

• Extended Desktop:

  • This mode treats your multiple monitors as a single, continuous workspace.
  • You can drag windows across all displays seamlessly.
  • This is ideal for multitasking and increased productivity.

• Duplicate Desktop:

  • This mode displays the exact same content on all connected monitors.
  • This is useful for presentations or situations where you want to mirror the display.

Changing Display Modes (Windows)

1. Right-click on your desktop and select Display settings.
2. Under Multiple displays, you'll see a diagram of your monitors.
3. Select the desired mode:
   • Extend these displays: For extended desktop mode.
   • Duplicate this display: (or whichever monitor you want to be the primary) For duplicate desktop mode.
4. Click Apply and then Keep Changes.

Changing Display Modes (macOS)

1. Click the Apple menu () and select System Settings.
2. Go to Displays.
3. Click the Arrangement tab.
4. Select the desired mode from the "Display arrangement" options:
   • "Arrange Displays" (unchecked): This typically results in extended desktop mode.
   • "Mirror Displays" (checked): This enables duplicate desktop mode.
5. Click Apply.