Windows 8.1 & dual monitor running apps question

michaelbr · Dec 16, 2013

Is is possible to do this in Windows 8.1? Running 2 different apps in 2 monitors? I've tried all settings and when I click on a apps, it just ran on my main monitor, the only way to run apps in my 2nd monitor is to display only 2nd monitor, but then Windows 8.1 mess up with my shortcuts/icons on my desktop. Is there anyway to solve this?

DonQuixoteMC · Dec 16, 2013

michaelbr :

Well, I have never used multiple monitors myself, but this is what I would try in your situation.
1. Get the two apps so they are divided down the middle of your screen, or as close as you can
2. Hold the Windows Key and press "P"
3. Select "Extend"

I don't know if it will work, but in theory it will put half on one screen, and half on the other.

I hope that helps!
If not, I've got a few other ideas.

DonQuixoteMC

michaelbr · Dec 17, 2013

DonQuixoteMC :

Thanks for your suggestion, it's not exactly what I have in mind, but at least solved partially my problem, you have to set your 2nd monitor as Extended as suggested, then on your main screen, run the apps that you want on your 2nd screen, then drag the apps to your 2nd monitor, so you have to run your apps first in your main screen and drag it to your 2nd. I'm not sure if there's another "easier" solution.

DonQuixoteMC · Dec 18, 2013

Gotcha. Yeah, I think that's the way to do it (The way you said).

Glad I could kind of help

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