How to Rotate the Screen on Windows: 8 Steps

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2024 Author: Samantha Chapman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 09:13

This article explains how to rotate your PC screen on Windows to return it to its initial orientation.

Steps

Step 1. Press Ctrl + Alt + ↑ on your keyboard

This action allows you to return the screen to its original orientation if it is facing the wrong direction. Read the next step in case the procedure fails.

Step 2. Press ⊞ Win + D

This will open the desktop.

Step 3. Click on an empty space on the desktop with the right mouse button

A menu will appear.

Step 4. Click on Screen Resolution

It is usually found almost at the bottom of the menu.

Step 5. Click on the "Orientation" drop-down menu

A list of options will appear.

Step 6. Click on Horizontal

The screen will rotate until it returns to its original position. Try other options if the procedure fails.

Step 7. Click Apply

A confirmation message will appear.

Step 8. Click Save Changes

Instead, click "Reset" to try another option in case the change doesn't suit you.

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