How to Setup Dual Monitors in PowerPoint for Windows

Written by Kevin Lerner on April 25, 2013. Posted in powerpoint.

Two monitors are better than one! Using dual display in PowerPoint for Windows 7.

Windows 7 has some neat little enhancements, one of them being how it lets you handle dual monitors. If you’re adding a second monitor or projector to your Windows 7 laptop PC- especially if using PowerPoint’s Presenter View, it’s a breeze to configure.

There are actually two ways you can currently setup multiple monitors in Windows 7, either by using a keyboard shortcut or via the traditional system properties.

I really like the first method since it’s new and is way easier than having to go into the Control Panel or anything else.

Simply press the Windows key and P (Windows + P) to bring up a quick menu of options.

Dual monitors in Windows 7

Pretty neat! You can pick to show only the computer, make the second monitor a duplicate of the first, extend the desktop to the second monitor or turn off the first monitor and activate the second.

The second way is to right-click on the desktop and choose Screen Resolution.

Select screen resolution

Now you’ll see the familiar 1 and 2 to distinguish which monitor is which. There are several options and under Multiple Displays, you can choose from the same options as when you pressed Win + P.

Change appearance of your displays

That’s it! You can also change the orientation of the displays and change the resolution of each display. It’s pretty straight-forward in Windows 7 and a lot easier! Enjoy!

Dual Display, powerpoint, Presenter View, Windows 7

Get in Touch With Kevin Lerner to Get a Quote

Let's connect and help you with your presentations.

Kevin's Clients

"Kevin has been a working with Cox Communications to deliver world-class PowerPoint presentation visuals since 2009. His ability to meet our specific needs, timeframe, and budgets has been exceptional. His professional interaction with our team reflects his deep expertise in the industry, superior presentation design skills, and commitment to superior service."

Jonathan Freeland
VP, Video Marketing at Cox Communications
"I had more people come up to me after I spoke, commenting on the visuals you created, than I did on the subject matter!"

Andy Smith
Smith & Robb Advertising
"Kevin Lerner provided best-in-class services when hired to work on promotional materials for the launch of a key product at Motorola. The expertise and quality that he brought to the project were second to none and as a result, he delivered a top-notch presentation that was quickly adopted throughout the organization. Kevin is great to work with, delivers on time, is a great team player and is always willing to go the extra mile."

Maria Cardoso
Motorola
"Kevin helped me immensely improve my presentation slides development, from tips & tricks to aesthetics, all with the intent of getting the message across crisply and creatively. I've already received praise for decks that incorporate the skills obtained from his training. I highly recommend Kevin's services."

Era Prakash
General Electric
"Kevin helped me immensely improve my presentation slides development, from "[Kevin and The Presentation Team have] always delivered 110% in terms of meeting our objectives for finished product and budget"

Paul Price
Watsco Corp.
"We engaged The Presentation Team to do a Presentation training for our team and he did a great job. He spent time understanding our requirements and the skill level of our team members and created a course which met our expectations and goals. I highly recommend The Presentation Team as a Presentation (PowerPoint) trainer."

Navdeep Sidhu
Senior Director, Software AG
"As a Fortune 1000 company, we sought to produce a classy, yet conservative presentation for our shareholders. It was evident that you and your team listened to our thoughts as you developed the presentation..."

Will Flower
Republic Services
"Kevin helped me immensely improve my presentation slides development, from "The PowerPresentations seminar opened my eyes to all the limitless possibilities in presenting."

Leah Gordillo
Saint Francis Medical Center
"Kevin brought a high level of creativity, enthusiasm, and deep multmedia experience to our team. He worked dillegently with the team to produce an outstanding proposal which we subsequently won.

Jeff Keller
Accenture/L3
"Your expertise in the filed of PowerPoint and general presentation techniques helped elevate us to the level necessary to beat the competition."

Mike Geary
James Pirtle Construction
"Kevin is an enthusiastic, creative, and passionate presentation guru. Our company was impressed and felt the value of his training in 2013 that he was invited again recently to again share his knowledge. Both times he has been energetic and addressed many areas for presentation development. From planning to follow-up Kevin is personable and easygoing, motivating our teams to take their presentations to the next level."

Yoshimi Kawashima
Project Coordinator, Nissin International

Kevin Lerner

Kevin Lerner is an experienced Business Communications Professional, Presentation Designer/Writer & PowerPoint Expert, Trainer/Speaker, and Executive Speech / Orals Coach. His 20+ years of presentation design and coaching have helped him to deliver world-class solutions to hundreds of clients.

Recent Posts

Breath and Presentations: Breathing Techniques for Better Presentations
Top Delivery Tips for Amazing Web-based Meetings and Presentations
Uh…Goodbye. Eliminating Crutch Words.

Contact Kevin