Change rdp screen resolution

If you are experiencing issues with adjusting RDP screen resolution
on your Windows VPS ,this guide will help you modify the resolution of
your Remote Desktop connection from Windows, macOS, Android, and
iOS.

Changing
Remote Desktop Resolution from Windows

If you are using a Windows operating system, you can easily modify
the Remote Desktop resolution using the built-in Remote Desktop
Connection application. Follow these steps to adjust the resolution to
your preferences:

Step 1: Launch
Remote Desktop Connection

Begin by initiating the Remote Desktop Connection application. You
can do this by following one of these methods:

Press the Windows key, type Remote Desktop
Connection or mstsc into the search box, and
press Enter.

Step 2: Access Advanced
Options

Once the Remote Desktop Connection window is open, click on the
Show Options button. This will reveal additional
settings and configurations for your remote desktop session.

Step 3: Configure
Display Settings

Navigate to the Display tab within the Remote
Desktop Connection window. Here, you’ll find various display-related
settings that can be adjusted.

Step 4: Adjust
Resolution

To customize the resolution for your Remote Desktop session, utilize
the slider in the Display configuration section. Slide it to select your
preferred resolution, which can be tailored to match your device’s
capabilities and your visual preferences.

Adjusting
Remote Desktop Resolution from macOS

For macOS users who already possess a Remote Desktop profile, you can
adjust your RDP connection resolution directly from the Microsoft Remote
Desktop — the same application you use to connect to your Windows
VPS:

1. Launch the Microsoft Remote Desktop application on your macOS
   device from the Applications folder.

2. In the application, click the ••• (ellipsis)
   button on the main screen and select Edit.

3. In the Edit Remote Desktops window, select the
   remote desktop connection you want to adjust.

4. Click the Edit button (pencil icon) at the
   bottom of the window to modify the settings for that
   connection.

5. In the Edit Remote Desktop window, go to the
   Display tab.

6. Ensure the Use all monitors option is unchecked
   to set a custom screen resolution for your Remote Desktop.

7. Here, you’ll find the option to customize the display settings. Use
   the slider to set your preferred resolution for the remote desktop
   session.

8. Optionally, you can adjust other display-related settings, such
   as color depth and scaling, to suit your preferences.

9. After configuring the display settings, click the
   Save button to save your changes.

Adjusting
Remote Desktop Resolution from iOS

For iOS users, the process of changing the Remote Desktop resolution
is as follows:

Step 1:
Launch the Remote Desktop Application

Launch the Remote Desktop application on your iOS device. This will
be the same application you use for connecting to your Windows VPS.

Step 2: Access
Settings

Once the app is open, tap the ••• (ellipsis) button located in the
top left corner of the screen. This will open a menu with various
options.

Step 3: Configure
Display Settings

Within the menu, select Settings to access the
configuration options for your remote desktop sessions. Once in the
settings section, navigate to the Display category.

Step 4: Choose
Your Preferred Resolution

In the Display section, you’ll find the option to
select your preferred resolution. Tap on this setting to reveal a list
of available resolutions. Choose the resolution that best suits your iOS
device and your visual preferences.

Modifying
Remote Desktop Resolution from Android

Android users can follow these steps to change their Remote Desktop
resolution:

Step 1: Customize
Display Resolution

From the Microsoft Remote Desktop application you use to connect to
your VPS, in the bottom section of the page, locate the
Customize display resolution option. Toggle it from
Off to On to enable customization of
the display resolution.

Step 2: Choose Your
Resolution

After enabling Customize display resolution, a
dropdown menu will appear, presenting various resolution options. Pick
the resolution that best suits your needs and the capabilities of your
Android device.

Step 3: Save
the Configuration and Connect

After selecting your preferred resolution, make sure to save the
configuration settings. Then, return to the application’s home page.
From the home page, you can now connect to your VPS by selecting the
configured connection. This will establish a remote desktop session with
the chosen resolution settings.

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resolution is crucial to ensure a seamless and tailored viewing
experience when accessing your computer remotely from different devices.
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