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Windows 11 Not Detecting Second Monitor FIX [2023]

On Windows 11, adding a second monitor is a great way to expand the visual real estate to operate multiple apps and play games on your laptop or desktop computer.

Although connecting an external display is typically a straightforward process, sometimes, Windows 11 may not detect older displays or second monitors due to outdated drivers or hardware-related problems. However, if your computer is experiencing this problem, there are several troubleshooting steps (including checking the connection and installing the correct drivers) to fix the issue quickly.

In this Windows 11 guide, we will walk you through three ways to troubleshoot and fix issues, preventing the system from automatically detecting the second monitor.

Issues resolved in this tutorial:
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Other than its many utilities, a second monitor could be beneficial for work. However, despite the second monitor being connected to the system in some situations, Windows is unable to detect it and sends a message like – Windows 11 cannot detect the second monitor or Didn’t detect another display. While the reasons could be many, we could narrow it down to a few. If it’s with the software, it could probably be traced to the drivers.

Second monitors offer an easy and convenient way to improve productivity or enhance your gaming experience. Not only that, but it also gives you a larger canvas that acts as an additional workspace for general multi-tasking.

Connecting your second PC monitor is usually a plug-and-play process, but in some instances Windows 11 may not be able to detect the monitor. There are a few basic root causes of this problem, such as a damaged or malfunctioning cable, your PC lacks support for the second display, you have an outdated driver, or the display drivers can’t handle the second display.

This troubleshooting guide will work on Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) and desktops, laptops, tables and computers manufactured by the following brands: Dell, HP, MSI, Alienware, MSI, Toshiba, Acer, Lenovo, razer, huawei, dynabook among others