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How to Fix Screen Resolution in Windows 11 (Part 2 / Using Registry Editor)

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June 16, 2025
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How to Fix Screen Resolution Problem in Windows 11 Using Registry Editor

Introduction

  • This guide is for fixing screen resolution issues in Windows 11.
  • Symptoms include stretched, blurry, or incorrect resolutions.
  • Advanced method that involves modifying the Windows registry.

Warning

  • Modifying the Windows registry can be risky.
  • Proceed carefully and follow each step precisely.

Steps to Fix Resolution

  1. Open Registry Editor

    • Go to search, type regedit, and press Enter.
    • This opens the Registry Editor window.
  2. Navigate to Display Settings

    • Go to the following path: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\GraphicsDrivers\Configuration
  3. Modify Resolution Settings

    • Inside the Configuration folder, there are entries with random names representing different display configurations.
    • Find the folder matching your current display settings.
    • Expand the folder and locate the subfolder named 00.
    • Look for two registry values:
      • PrimSurfSize.cx: Represents screen width.
      • PrimSurfSize.cy: Represents screen height.
    • Double-click each value and select Base as Decimal.
    • Change them to your desired resolution:
      • Example: For resolution 1920x1080, enter 1920 for PrimSurfSize.cx and 1080 for PrimSurfSize.cy.
  4. Apply Changes

    • Close the Registry Editor.
    • Restart your computer.

Conclusion

  • Upon reboot, the screen resolution should be set correctly.
  • The method corrects resolution issues by manually adjusting registry settings.

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    How to Fix Screen Resolution in Windows 11 (Part 2 / Using Registry Editor)