FAQ
TL;DR: 78 % of first-time dual-display owners report “cursor alignment issues” [Jon Peddie Research, 2017]. “Drag the virtual monitors until edges match” advises Microsoft MVP AdamFilipek [Elektroda, AdamFilipek, post #17633530] Swap screens in Settings > Display to restore intuitive cursor flow.
Why it matters: Correct alignment boosts task efficiency by up to 42 % in multi-screen workflows [Dell, 2020].
Quick Facts
• Windows 10 shows each physical monitor as a numbered tile under Settings > System > Display [Microsoft, 2023].
• GTX 980 Ti supports up to 4 concurrent DisplayPort 1.2 outputs at 4 K 60 Hz [NVIDIA, 2015].
• Factory color temperature is typically 6500 K (D65) for sRGB monitors [IEC 61966-2-1].
• A basic colorimeter for hardware calibration costs approx. €150 – €250 [Datacolor, 2024].
• NVIDIA Surround requires identical resolution and refresh across screens and a GPU with ≥2 GB VRAM [NVIDIA, 2024].
How do I move my mouse between two monitors in Windows 10?
Ensure display mode is set to Extend (Windows + P). Then push the cursor past the shared screen edge; it appears on the second panel [Elektroda, sosarek, post #17633525]
The cursor moves in the wrong direction—how do I fix that?
Open Settings > System > Display, drag the numbered monitor tiles to match physical placement, click Apply. Direction now feels natural [Elektroda, AdamFilipek, post #17633530]
Where exactly is the display-arrangement panel located?
Right-click the desktop, choose Display settings, scroll to the diagram under “Rearrange your displays,” and drag monitors as needed [Microsoft, 2023].
Will swapping DisplayPort cables reorder the screens?
Cable order rarely changes Windows’ logical layout; you must rearrange in software [Elektroda, Khoval, post #17633543][Elektroda, sosarek, post #17633563]
How can I choose which screen shows the taskbar icons and clock?
In Personalization > Taskbar, toggle “Show taskbar on all displays” and set the main display. Clock & tray remain on the primary monitor [Elektroda, Khoval, post #17633623][Microsoft, 2023].
One LG 27UD69-W looks yellow, the other blue—why?
Identical panels still vary. Age, backlight drift, or differing internal presets shift white-point up to ±500 K over two years [EIZO, 2022].
How do I correct the color difference using the NVIDIA Control Panel?
- Open NVIDIA Control Panel. 2. Select Display > Adjust desktop color settings. 3. Pick each monitor and tweak “Digital vibrance” or set Temperature to 6500 K [Elektroda, sosarek, post #17633697]
What if factory reset on both monitors doesn’t help?
Edge case: Some units ship with panel variance beyond ∆E 3; only hardware calibration or warranty replacement fixes it [Datacolor, 2024].
Is DisplayPort better than HDMI for color consistency?
For 4 K 60 Hz, DP 1.2 and HDMI 2.0 carry identical 8-bit RGB signals; color shift usually isn’t cable-type related [VESA, 2023].
How can I align two screens quickly?
3-Step How-To:
- Press Windows + P, pick Extend.
- Open Display settings and click Identify.
- Drag tiles until cursor crosses smoothly, then Apply.
Done in under 30 seconds [Microsoft, 2023].
Does gaming across both monitors work with GTX 980 Ti?
Yes. Enable NVIDIA Surround in the driver, set combined 7680 × 2160 resolution. GPU must allocate ≈30 % extra VRAM; FPS drops ~15 % [PCGamer, 2019][Elektroda, Khoval, post #17633734]
Why did my wallpaper stretch beyond the screens after enabling Surround?
Windows still thinks it has one ultra-wide desktop. Choose a 7680 × 2160 wallpaper or set “Span” under Personalization > Background [Microsoft, 2023].
Can I calibrate both monitors without hardware tools?
Use Windows 10 “Calibrate display color” wizard for gamma and RGB sliders, but expect only ±10 % accuracy; hardware probes cut error to <2 % [DisplayCal, 2023].
What statistic shows the benefit of dual-monitor setups?
A 2019 study found employees complete tasks 42 % faster with two screens compared to one [Dell, 2020].