Here’s our handy guide.
Scaling and DPI
Monitor screens are comprised of millions of tiny dots (a.k.a.
pixels) and one measure for how many there are present is known as DPI dot per inch.
However, you’re free to now get a 27-inch 2560 x 1440 monitor forless than $200.
Well, itwouldbe the case if it wasn’t for DPI scaling.
However, most of these changes are for developers or hidden away from the end user.
150% is equal to a DPI of 144).
Notice how it says ‘Recommended’ next to 150%?
That’s because this image was taken using a 27" 4K monitor.
If the screen was larger (e.g.
Using different scaling values will forceeverythingto change in size, though, and not just applications.
The taskbar, notification area, and desktop icons will all shrink or grow, too.
Start by right-clicking on the icon for the app and punch the Properties option…
This is where you might override the app’s behavior when it comes to DPI scaling.
If you do, though, then by all means grab the first choice.
This gives you three choices: tool, System, and System (Enhanced).
Hopefully, the recalcitrant app will behave itself now.
So here are some further things you could try, to improve the clarity of everything on your monitor.
If the same section of tweaks that you adjust the DPI scaling, scroll down to Advanced display.
Here you’ll see the option to adjust the monitor refresh rate.
Open up options (Win key+IorStart Menu>options) and selectAccessibilityin the left-hand menu.
Now chooseVisual Effectsin the list on the right-hand side of your screen.
Very old apps may be beyond saving but with luck, they should be few in number.
