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Fix: Windows 11 Monitor Detected but Not Displaying
This is triggered by connection issues from the External monitor
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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A computer with multiple monitors allows you to see more content, multitask and split your screen. However, many users report that Windows 11 monitors are detected but not displaying content, which can be very frustrating.
Another issue users report isWindows 11 not detecting the second monitor, making it impossible to connect and use it.
Why is the Windows 11 monitor detected but not displaying?
For many reasons, users may experience their Windows 11 monitor not displaying even when connected to their PC. Some factors liable to cause the issue are:
Now that we know the causes behind this problem, let’s see how to get your monitor to display again.
How do I fix Windows 11 monitor that is detected but not displaying?
Before proceeding with any advanced steps for fixing the issue, try the following:
If you can’t fix the problem, proceed with the solutions below.
1. Change your Project mode
The above steps will refresh any external projection display device connected to your PC and resolve connection errors from other monitors.
Read what to do if you encounter problems with yourmonitor screen fading to blackon your PC.
2. Change the settings for the external displays
If you don’t have the correct drivers for your display adapter or monitor, they might set up the wrong default resolution and frequency for your displays.
Should this solution fix the problem, you will need to update the display driver. We have the solution below.
3. Enable multiple displays from the dedicated software
Our example is for those with an Nvidia graphics card and software, but the solution is similar for AMD owners.
Enabling the multiple display option in the dedicated software lets your device detect external monitors and make them work smoothly. Checkhow to fix the Nvidia Control Panel crashing or not workingon your PC.
4. Update your Graphics driver
The graphics driver update will fix bugs affecting the monitor display and install the latest features to improve its performance. Read our detailed article onupdating graphics drivers on Windows 11if you have any issues.
Suppose you’re searching for a quicker updating alternative. In that case, you can opt for a specialized program like Outbyte Driver Updater to automatically find the latest updates for your outdated drivers, thanks to its large database.
Outbyte Driver Updater
Readers can also check our article aboutfixing external monitors not detected after sleep or not waking. Also, you can read our detailed guide about thethird monitor not detected on Windows 11and how to fix it.
Conclusively, this guide should help you if Windows 11 monitor is detected but is not displaying. Should you have further questions, then drop them in the comments section.
Henderson Jayden Harper
Windows Software Expert
Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
He also enjoys gaming, writing, walking his dog, and reading and learning about new cultures. He also enjoys spending private time connecting with nature.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
Windows Software Expert
Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
