Connect to a Projector (Windows)

Summary

Directions on how to connect a Windows PC to a projector or TV monitor

Body

Audience

Employees

Question

How do I connect a Windows laptop to a projector or TV?

Answer

How to connect a Windows laptop to a projector or TV monitor:

1.  Turn on the projector or TV monitor, and then connect the laptop with the appropriate cable (typically HDMI or DisplayPort).

2.  Press Windows key + P to see your screen/projection options:

Screen shot of the pop-up window shown when a user presses the Windows key plus the P key on a Windows computer. The pop-up shows the different display options including duplicate and extend.

  • PC screen only – The connected screen is ignored and only your laptop display is used.
  • Duplicate – The laptop display is mirrored on the connected screen.
  • Extend – The connected screen is used as a second monitor. Application windows can be dragged between the laptop display and the connected screen.
  • Second screen only – The laptop display is disabled, only the connected screen is used.

Details

Details

Article ID: 4282
Created
Thu 3/17/22 4:02 PM
Modified
Thu 2/19/26 3:18 PM