How to restore the computer screen when it becomes smaller
Recently, many users have reported on social platforms and forums that the computer screen suddenly became smaller and the display area shrank, affecting normal use. This problem may be caused by a variety of reasons, including system settings, graphics card drivers, resolution adjustments, etc. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the reasons and solutions, and also attaches hot topic data in the past 10 days for reference.
1. Common causes and solutions

| Reason | Solution |
|---|---|
| Resolution setting error | Right-click on the desktop → Display settings → Adjust to recommended resolution |
| Graphics card driver abnormality | Device Manager → Update graphics card driver or rollback version |
| Zoom adjustment | Display Settings → Scale & Layout → Restore 100% zoom |
| External monitor mode | Win+P key combination → switch to "Computer screen only" mode |
2. Detailed operation steps
1.Check resolution settings: Right-click a blank space on the desktop, select "Display Settings", and select the system-recommended value (usually marked "Recommended") in the "Display Resolution" option. If the option is grayed out, you need to check the graphics card driver first.
2.Update graphics card driver: Open the Device Manager (Win+X keys), expand "Display Adapters", right-click the graphics card and select "Update Driver". If the problem occurs after a driver update, you can select "Rollback Driver".
3.Adjust zoom: Some applications may display abnormally when the zoom ratio is not 100%. In "Settings → System → Display", change "Scale" to 100%, log out and log in again.
3. Data related to recent hot topics
The following are hot topics in technology in the past 10 days (as of November 2023), which may be related to monitor problems:
| Ranking | topic | amount of discussion |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windows 11 23H2 update issues | 128,000 items |
| 2 | Graphics card driver compatibility controversy | 93,000 items |
| 3 | High refresh rate monitor setup tips | 76,000 items |
| 4 | Multi-monitor black screen solution | 54,000 items |
4. Advanced troubleshooting methods
If the above method does not work, you can try:
•safe mode test: Restart into safe mode and observe whether it is normal. If it is normal, it may be a third-party software conflict.
•Reset display configuration: Restore default settings through the NVIDIA/AMD Control Panel, or use the Windows built-in Display Troubleshooter.
•Hardware detection: Connect to other monitors to test and confirm whether there is a screen hardware failure.
5. Q&A on high-frequency user issues
| question | answer |
|---|---|
| Black borders on both sides when the game is full screen | Check the in-game resolution setting, it must be consistent with the desktop resolution |
| The main screen shrinks after connecting an external monitor | Win+P switches projection mode, or re-detects the monitor |
| Taskbar icon becomes smaller after update | Right-click the taskbar → Taskbar Settings → Turn off "Use small taskbar buttons" |
Summary: Abnormal screen display is mostly caused by software settings. You can check it in the order of "Resolution→Driver→Scale→Hardware". If you encounter compatibility issues caused by Windows updates, you can follow Microsoft's official announcement and wait for patches. If the problem persists, it is recommended to back up the data and then perform a system restore.
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