Connect a 2nd Monitor to Laptop on Windows 10/11

Step by step guide on how to connect your monitor to a laptop. I talk about adapters, cables, and what setting to use for the best experience.

I recommend getting a 4k 60Hz USB C adapter. The one I'm using in the video is a cheap one and can only do 4k 30Hz.

If you're thinking of getting an USB C adapter, or monitor arm, consider using my Amazon links below. I get a small commission for every purchase and it helps pay for this YouTube channel. The links do not add any additional cost to you.

USB C adpaters:

Amazon Basics Monitor arm:

Timestamps
0:00 Physical Connections
0:51 Software Setup
1:44 Optimizing Display Settings
4:32 Audio Problems
4:55 Use Monitor When Laptop Lid is Closed
5:25 HDMI vs USB-C

[JohnOConnor]

I spent 45 minutes on the AOC website trying to figure out how to change the new monitor settings and get my sound back, before searching to find your video. You did more for me in 6 minutes than the mfr did ever! Thanks a ton. You have a new subscriber!

[pamrincones]

This was super helpful with additional tips that felt like you were reading my mind (e.g., lost sound when adding the 2nd monitor) along with bonus tips I didn't expect but were so useful, such as changing the options when closing the lid on my laptop. Great pace and step by step. Thanks!!

[remotenotaryservice]

looked at a few other videos and was getting no where. in 3 minutes or less you had me set up and working. super helpful super easy instructions thanks!

[TheSoulCrisis]

For connecting second monitors I hear it's much better to use a docking station which gets you more connections and is safer, reliable. Well that's what I'm gonna be getting!

[Sssatttt]

a whole year was just a stupid joke for me, thank you a lot, so helpful, fast and easy to understand!

[Charcoalinfurnace]

Thank you so much for making this video. I originally didn't think I had the right equipment to begin with. But I found your video and solved my problems within seconds. Again I have to thank you so much for helping me with this as now I can set up my streams for twitch way better now. Hope the rest of your day is wonderful dude!

[kooldragon]

Explained it perfectly- can now watch videos on one monitor while playing games on another. (Or, perhaps, even be productive on occasion). Thanks!

[EyeOnTheBallKid]

Simple and easy instructions. Thank you.

[EnglishFrog]

Thank you SO much! I've been trying to connect my laptop to my new monitor for WEEKS! I'm so glad I finally got to use my new monitor! Thank you again for this. Finally, somebody who actually gives good info in their videos.👌

Edit: nvm it ended up not working. Could you help?

[donaldeniwoonojerame]

Thank you!!! I was already going crazy trying to set my monitor up, and i saw another video that had me update my videocard driver and still didnt fix my problem... but your solution worked and now I have different applications running on my laptop and monitor! You are simply the best!!!

[mamunmhossain]

Really helped a lot. beyond my expectation. Subscribed !!

[Kamen_Hammer]

This was incredibly helpful, was able to setup my monitor to my laptop at the same length of time as the video. Thank you

[backpackersstudiobd]

Holy Thats the video I was looking for. how to set up a vertical monitor. Thanks.

[amberxamber]

What a gem! This video worked wonders for me tonight 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[iamrehanahmedkhan]

Thank you so much sir, it was the first video on my search and it really helps.

[StuWNZ]

Brilliant thanks. I wish all how to videos are this good. Thanks.

[kenzietownsend]

This was awesome. I felt so old trying to find these settings. :D

[goqjwzx]

Very very useful video. Thank you for making it very clear!

[EmJayAnieta]

Omg!! The most helpful video so far thank you so much!!!🎉❤

Definitely subscribing

[kenproctor]

Terrifically helpful!!!! Wow, solved several annoyances for me.. Thanks!!!