How To Tell What Monitor I Have?

If you typically know all the information about the monitor you own, there may come a time when that is different. For example, you might have purchased a refurbished monitor or borrowed one from a friend. Regardless of the situation, it is essential to know how to identify the make and model of your monitor. In addition, this knowledge can be helpful when it comes to installing or updating drivers.

Fortunately, there are many easy ways to find out more about your monitor. In this article, we will discuss some tips for determining the details of your monitor. 

 

Method 1. Use the Advanced Display Settings

For Windows 7:

To find the name or model of your monitor, follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the desktop window.
2. Click on the 'Screen Resolution' option from the pop-up menu.
3. A new window will appear.
4. The name or model of your monitor will be listed next to the 'Display' option in this window.

For Windows 10:

To access the 'Advanced Display Settings' page on a Windows 10 computer, follow these steps:

1. Click on the 'Start' icon.
2. Click on the 'Gear' or 'Control Panel' icon from the' Start' menu.
3. From the next page, click on the 'System' option.
4. Scroll down and click on the 'Advanced display settings option.
5. A new page will open with all the information about your monitor under the 'Display Information' tab.

Method 2. The Last Resort

If the above methods don't yield the model number or other information about your monitor, check the back or bottom of the monitor for the information. 

Many monitors have the model number and other details printed on the back or bottom. For example, the brand name of the monitor is usually located on the front side, although it may be a logo instead. In some cases, you may find the brand name on the back plate of the monitor.

If you need help finding the information you need, try searching online for your monitor's brand name and model number. It should lead you to the manufacturer's website, where you can find more information about your monitor.

Conclusion:

With the tips provided in this guide, you should now know how to identify the make and model of your monitor. While finding this information is usually straightforward, there may be cases where it is complicated.

For example, if you don't have a computer available, you may not be able to use the 'display settings' method. However, we have also provided alternative methods for you to try. If you're lucky, you can find the information about your monitor printed on the back or bottom of the device. We hope this guide has helped you learn more about your monitor.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I tell what resolution I have?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

How do I tell what kind of monitor I have?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

How do I know if I have a DVI, VGA, or DisplayPort?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

Do I have a digital or analog cable?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

Do I have a monitor that supports HDCP?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

Do I have a monitor that supports 3D?

You can go to the computer's menu and look at the screen. You can also go to the computer's control panel and look at the screen.

How do I change the color of my monitor?

It would help if you went to your computer's control panel and clicked on the "Display" tab.

How do I set the contrast of my monitor?

To set the contrast of your monitor, you must go to your computer's control panel and click on the "Display" tab.

How do I adjust the brightness of my monitor?

It would help if you went to your computer's control panel and clicked on the "Display" tab.

How do I change the gamma of my monitor?

To change your monitor's gamma, you will need to go to your computer's control panel and then click on the "Display" tab.

How do I adjust the backlight of my monitor?

You must go to your computer's control panel and click on the "Display" tab.