Verify Resolution, Colors, and Refresh Rate for Graphics Drivers
Determine which version of the Intel® Graphics Control Panel you are currently using, and follow the corresponding set of instructions to determine which resolution, colors and refresh rate settings are currently configured:
Note | If you have more than one display connected, you will have to configure each of them separately |
Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel
- Press Ctrl + Alt + F12 to open the Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel
- Select Display
- Note the Resolution and Refresh Rate
- Now select the Color tab
- Note the Color Depth
Figure 1A: Display settings as seen in the Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel
Figure 1B: Color settings as seen in the Intel® HD Graphics Control Panel
Intel® Graphics And Media Control Panel
- Press Ctrl + Alt + F12 to open the Intel® GMA Driver Control Panel
- Navigate to the Display > General Settings tab
- Note the Color Depth, Resolution and Refresh Rate
Figure 2: The Display Settings as seen in the Intel® Graphics and Media Control Panel
Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator Driver
- Press Ctrl + Alt + F12 to open the Intel® GMA Driver control panel
- Navigate to the Display Settings tab
- Note the Color Quality, Screen Resolution and Refresh Rate
Figure 3: The Display Settings as seen in the Intel® GMA Driver Control Panel