Monitor settings

In the modern world, it is difficult to imagine a job that does not involve computers. Many people feel unwell while looking at the monitor. This is due to incorrect settings of the main screen parameters.

They are the ones that can cause dryness and irritation of the eyes, dizziness and frequent migraines. Every user whose main work is related to computers has to face such problems. In order to eliminate or reduce some of them, it is enough to correctly configure the computer screen on which you will be working. This article will provide detailed instructions on setting up basic parameters for comfortable work with both a work and home computer.

How to properly set up your monitor

There are two main types of monitor settings. The first is to configure the device itself using the keys on the panel. It allows you to adjust the contrast and brightness, as well as the position and size of the image. The second type of setting is carried out directly from the PC and allows complete control of the image that appears on the screen. In this case, in addition to the basic parameters, you can adjust the clarity, resolution, and frame rate entering the screen.

For more comfortable work at the computer, it is recommended to make settings both on the monitor itself and on the personal computer.

Adjusting your monitor screen

To start adjusting the image, you need to consider the parameters that need to be changed individually for each user.

• Color rendition.

This parameter is responsible for correct color reproduction and the absence of problems with the monitor matrix. If the device is fully operational, then there is no need to make adjustments. Also, in addition to the primary colors, you should check how the monitor works with black. Are there any “lights” or dead pixels on the screen? If problems arise with the matrix, the user should replace the monitor with a working one, since these malfunctions cannot be eliminated on their own.

Important! You should set up a new monitor in a dimly lit room, without bright light sources. Otherwise, light glare may interfere with proper adjustment.

• Flicker.

The most important parameter in matters of health. Since with a strongly flickering screen, the eyes get tired much faster, and the user runs the risk of causing harm to health when using such a monitor for a long time. Almost all devices have automatic adjustment, however, on some models there are manual adjustment options.

Important! Many older LCD devices exhibit increased flicker. This can be bad for your eye health and can also cause dizziness or nausea. In this case, it is recommended to replace the monitor model with a new one.

• Sharpness.

This is also an important parameter, since it is responsible for the quality of the border between light and dark areas of the image.If this setting is not set correctly, the text on the screen will be blurred, causing additional strain on the eyes.

Important! A parameter such as sharpness is individual for each user, so there is no universal algorithm for setting it.

• Contrast and brightness.

These parameters ensure sufficient brightness of the image on the screen. Contrast is responsible for correct color reproduction. However, overestimating these parameters can cause additional eye strain.

In order to configure all these parameters, you should use a special service. Monteon allows you to adjust parameters by passing special tests and adjusting them on the device itself. To do this, you need to go to the website monteon.ru and follow the simple instructions.

Attention! Debugging the image must first be done on the monitor itself, and then on the PC.

Using pictures to set up your monitor

In order to optimally select the parameters on the screen, you should use a series of test pictures that will allow you to adjust the device in terms of color gamut, brightness, and clarity. Most of the necessary images for screen debugging can be found on the site presented above.

Attention! Monitor settings should only be made at maximum resolution. To change this parameter, right-click on a free space on the desktop, and then select the “Screen Resolution” sub-item in the menu that opens. You can also access these settings through “Start”\”Control Panel”\”Display”\”Screen Resolution”. You can find out the screen resolution in technical literature or on the manufacturer’s website.

Using a Monitor Settings Chart

In order to correctly configure the basic parameters, you should use a special table for the monitor. It is a series of images that allow you to adjust one of the settings.

To adjust the color rendering, the user is offered an image consisting of 7 stripes of primary colors, from white to blue. Also, in order to identify problems in displaying color transitions, there are images of gradients. This is a smooth transition of colors from red to purple across all ranges.

Flickering is controlled by a white picture, which shows alternating white and black pixels. As you move away from the screen, the picture becomes gray. To make sure that the flicker frequency is normal, you need to carefully look at these dots; they must remain static and be distinguishable.

To adjust the sharpness, the user is offered a gray pattern in which the lines are arranged in a checkerboard pattern. In order to make sure that this parameter is normal, the user must distinguish all the cells in the picture.

Contrast and brightness are adjusted with color images that show stripes of different shades. If configured correctly, distinguishing between these boundaries will not be difficult.

The gray color setting should also be highlighted. This function allows you to avoid color distortion on the screen. And it represents images with five levels of gray in different shades.

Carrying out auto-tuning

Auto-tuning can also help you adjust basic settings. It is carried out directly from the PC itself.

In order to perform auto-tuning on Windows OS, the user should open a search in the system and enter the word “calibration”.After this, the search engine will display a standard application, which you should launch and, following simple instructions, begin setting up the screen.

On Windows 10, there is an additional program for customizing ClearType text. In order to launch it, just enter its name into the search and launch it.

For macOS, open “System Preferences” - “Monitors” - “Color” - “Calibrate”, after which an additional menu will open where, following simple instructions, the user can adjust the color and contrast of the image.

There is also an auto-tuning button on the devices themselves. By pressing it, the monitor will automatically select the optimal resolution, color and contrast.

Important! Before performing auto-tuning, you should adjust the image on the monitor itself, if this is possible.

Auto-tuning directly from the computer can be useful if there are no buttons on the monitor or they are faulty, as well as if image debugging is done on a laptop.