Go to Start > Settings > System > Display and select the TV at the top. Set Display resolution and Scale to the options marked (Recommended). If the edges are still cut off, set the TV’s picture size to Just Scan, Screen Fit or 1:1 in the TV’s own menu.
Applies to: Windows 11. Checked against Microsoft Support on September 29, 2026.
Set the TV to its recommended settings
- Connect the TV and turn it on.
- Select Start > Settings > System > Display.
- Select the TV’s box at the top (usually 2).
- Set Display resolution to the option marked (Recommended).
Make text and apps the right size
Big TVs often need a higher scale so text is easy to read.
- On the same page, open Scale.
- Pick the option marked (Recommended), or a bit higher if you sit far away.
If the edges are cut off or there are black bars
- Edges cut off: this is overscan on the TV. In the TV’s picture settings, pick Just Scan, Screen Fit, Full Pixel or 1:1 (the name depends on the TV).
- Black bars: make sure the resolution is the Recommended one for the TV, not a lower one.
- Everything is the same on both screens: choose Extend or Second screen only with Windows logo key + P.
Frequently asked questions
Can I send my screen to a TV without a cable?
Yes, if the TV supports wireless display. See how to cast Windows 11 to a TV.
Is it the same in Windows 10?
Mostly. See how to fit your PC screen to a TV in Windows 10 and how to connect a laptop to a TV with HDMI.
Microsoft’s reference is Change your screen resolution and layout in Windows. More help is on our Windows Help & Guides page.
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