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    Windows XP "dpi" question

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Tim Konuch, Feb 25, 2009.

  1. Tim Konuch

    Tim Konuch Notebook Consultant

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    I just bought a refurbished notebook that came with Windows XP. Can anyone please tell me if there is a way to increase the dots per inch (dpi) resolution (like there is in Vista)?

    (I was able to find how to increase the "font size" under the "display/appearance", but would like to adjust the "dpi" on the overall screen.)

    Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

    Best regards.
     
    Tim Konuch, Feb 25, 2009
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  2. Nebelwand

    Nebelwand Notebook Consultant

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    Open the Display Properties dialog, on the "Settings" tab click the "Advanced" button, there should be a DPI option on the "General" tab.
     
    Nebelwand, Feb 25, 2009
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  3. Hiker

    Hiker Notebook Deity

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    Right click on your desktop, properties, setting, should be a slider for resolution.

    Edit Oops never mind.
     
    Hiker, Feb 25, 2009
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  4. Tim Konuch

    Tim Konuch Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks so much for your help! Now I can actually see the screen fonts!! :)
     
    Tim Konuch, Feb 25, 2009
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