Tried increasing text size, but screen remains so blurry that I can barely read it.
2007-05-03 05:24:50 · 7 answers · asked by Blurry words 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
It could be one of several factors. If you're using a CRT-based monitor (had a picture tube - not a flat-panel), and it's an older monitor, it could be having issues properly focusing the image on the screen.
For both CRT's and some flat panels (those not using a DVI/digital connection), I'd also check the "refresh rate" - if you're displaying images at 60Hz, you'll have more screen flicker, and this can lead to more eye strain.
You can otherwise try selecting a different screen resolution - IE, if you're currently using a high resolution (1152 x 870 for example), try choosing something lower - 1024 x 768 for example.
You may also want to see if there is a button or means of resetting your display to factory settings - many flat panel/LCD-based monitors have options for tweaking the image, and if these get out of adjustment for whatever reason, they will lead to blurry images/text as well.
Good luck!
2007-05-03 05:35:48 · answer #1 · answered by Sprout 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have a CRT:
If i is old then it may need to be focused.
If the resolution is higher than the monitor can handle then it will be blurry.
If you have a very cheap video card or monitor it may be blurry.
Font smoothing deliberately blurs text slightly to make the edges of the characters look smoother.
Lower the resolution. That will make everything bigger.
Drop the refresh rate. anything above 85 Hz is pointless. 75 Hz works well for most people.
Turn off font smoothing.
If it is old, get it serviced.
If you have an LCD:
Running at the wrong resolution forces the monitor to scale the image and this will make it look blurry.
Not setting the monitor up properly can make the image jittery or blurry.
Font smoothing deliberately blurs text slightly to make the edges of the characters look smoother.
Run your desktop resolution at the native (maximum) resolution of the panel. If this makes characters too small change the DPI setting in Display Properties.
Display Properties > Settings tab > Advanced button.
If you are connected via a VGA cable then put up a full screen of text characters and hit the auto-setup button on the monitor.
Adjust the font smoothing Aggressive smoothing blurs the image, none makes the edges of characters jagged. Pick which option available you like best.
2007-05-03 05:49:40 · answer #2 · answered by Simon T 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go to www.microsoft.com and search for Power Toys and there is a utility "Clear Type Tuning" and run that and select the type and clarity you like, it is great tool. I use is on my laptop and it makes all the difference.
2007-05-03 05:40:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
on desktop:
right click>Properties>Settings tab>Set Screen resolution higher or lower>click apply.
experiment on the different resolutions
2007-05-03 05:38:59 · answer #4 · answered by Unknown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been using this program for years, it is a microsoft product good luck>>
http://www.microsoft.com/typography/cleartype/tuner/Step1.aspx
2007-05-03 05:48:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you need to make a visit to the optometrist.
2007-05-03 05:32:01 · answer #6 · answered by mrs sexy pants 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
must be using ie7, look for clear type in ms power toys, might help
2007-05-03 05:35:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋