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my screen is sideways how do i turn it back
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my screen is sideways how do i turn it back
Sideways Screen:
Try pressing Ctrl + Alt + UP Arrow Key, or try Ctrl + Alt + and a different Arrow Key.
If that does not work: Right-click on empty Desktop > Graphics Options > Rotation.
Cheers.
Mick Murphy - Microsoft Partner
What is your Windows version?
awsum thankx
This information was so helpful, it took me forever to figure to come here and asked that question. It was by grace that it happen becasue I was really getting upset. My grandson and my nephew was playing with my PC and I came to this Page Sidewides. What got me is that Windows don't have anything on this in its system help setup.
Thanks.
Sonji
Hello Sonji,
Windows doesn't have any information in its help files because it isn't a Windows problem. Th orientation of the screen is governed by your graphics card; that is why, if the CTRL + ALT + UP/DOWN arrow key doesn't work you have to make the adjustmentrs in the graphics card control centre.
This forum post is my own opinion and does not necessarily reflect the opinion or view of Microsoft, its employees, or other MVPs.
John Barnett MVP: Windows XP Associate Expert: Windows Expert - Consumer: www.winuser.co.uk | vistasupport.mvps.org |xphelpandsupport.mvps.org |www.silversurfer-guide.com
