How to set up the laptop screen: Setting update frequency, brightness, contrast

In order to work for the laptop did not cause him discomfort owner and unpleasant sensations in the eyes, the screen settings should always be set correctly. To learn how to optimize the display settings "under him", this article will tell.

How to configure the update frequency of the screen laptop

Display Update frequency is a quantity that characterizes the update rate output to the screen image per unit time. Laptop settings, standing in it "default" is likely to be exposed to a lower frequency, often negatively affects the user's perspective. To change the refresh rate, it is recommended:

1. Turn on your laptop and click the right mouse button on the free space on his desk.
2. Select "Properties" (or "Display Settings", depending on the current operating system).
3. Go to the "Advanced" or similar item to him.
4. Find the line "Screen refresh rate".
5. Select the maximum frequency.

Important! Many experts argue that the refresh rate below 70 Hz negative impact on the user's eyes, causing discomfort in the work at the expense of the flickering image.

Adjust screen brightness

Parameter screen brightness - one of the most important for laptops, netbooks, tablet PCs and other mobile equipment, as thanks it is possible not only to make the image more pleasing to the eye, but also save some notebook power consumption, powered by the battery. To adjust the brightness of the display there are a number of ways.

Firstly, the brightness can be adjusted through the same window parameters, wherein the customizable refresh rate. Second (and this method is more expeditious) can add or subtract brightness using special keys on the keyboard device.

Reference! Most manufacturers 'tie' option brightness function keys F5 and F6. To change the brightness, you need to press these keys simultaneously with the «Fn» key.

The keys are responsible for the change in brightness is usually marked with images of the sun in a rectangle. On some systems, the brightness setting can also be adjusted in the "Hardware and Sound" in the "Power" tab. Reducing the brightness will not only make a more comfortable "night" operation for the laptop, but also significantly save energy, especially if the device is constantly working in low mode exhibited brightness.

Important! Contrary to popular belief is not highly exposed brightness setting is the main reason for the negative the impact on the user's vision, but from a long work with a vivid depiction of the user may the discomfort. That's why experts recommend that exhibit low brightness settings, and for video games and movies for office work - high. For the same, so as not to spoil the sight, you just need to limit the operation of the monitor and perform special exercises for the eyes.

How to adjust the screen contrast

To understand what affects the contrast setting, you must turn to the definition of the term. According to the full definition, contrast ratio is the maximum image brightness levels. For Windows 7, it is adjusted as follows:

1. It is necessary to open the control panel.
2. Select "Display".
3. Click on the "Calibrate Color".
4. In the window that appears, follow the prompts submitted by adjusting the contrast setting.

More contrast image allows you to visually improve its detail, but can be a bit to cut her eyes.

Change the screen resolution on the laptop

Most modern laptops run on the "credit default" parameter permissions set by the manufacturer. If, for one reason or another, the resolution was "shot down", you can see the correct parameters in the technical device data sheet. It should be noted that the change of screen resolution with the manufacturer recommended settings to the user may adversely affect the overall quality of the image (for example, it can be compressed on the sides or vertical).

So, in order to change the resolution of the monitor, you need to:

1. Go to the "Options" or "Personalization" by right-clicking a blank area on the desktop.
2. Click on "Display" or similar tab.
3. Select the desired resolution from the list.
4. Apply the changed settings.

If all previous settings are saved, the settings have changed, but the discomfort the user does not leave, he should try to carry out a so-called screen tests. This test can be done even at home, and to carry it out will require special wallpapers, as well as a special software (for example, Atrise Lutcurve).

Swipe the screen testing, and making sure that all exposed its parameters are optimized for the user, you can to continue working for a laptop without fear of more problems with the on-screen image and discomfort for view.