An actual PC monitor usually displays a “Looks like # x #” resolution underneath the TV image in the options window. Click on “Scaled” to view the display choices.Īs referenced above, the external monitor connected to the Mac in the screenshots is a Phillips FTV HDTV, with a native resolution of 1080p. The exact resolutions will vary depending on the specifications of your external display.
If you prefer a different screen size, OS X gives you four other options. By default, in recent versions of OS X, you’ll see a “default” recommended resolution for your external display.Select the window residing on the display you wish to modify. If you have more than one screen connected to your Mac, a new Display Preferences window will appear for each one. To change the resolution of your Mac’s display, head to System Preferences > Displays.
