DPI question...

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I use 1024 X 768 sreen resolution with the normal 96 DPI setting and everything is too small to read for me, but when I move it to 120DPI (large) alot of screens with windowblinds is off centered .. is there anything I can do?
- 800 X 600 is to big ... horrible on a 17in monitor
thanks
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Reply #1 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I use 1023x768 at 96 DPI on a 17in monitor and I have no problem reading the screen and I'am blind as a bat.

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Reply #2 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Changing the DPI can have very ugly results. Sorry do not know of a fix for this. I don't want to make you feel old, but I'll tell you what I did. I went to the eye doctor and got a pair of glasses. With slight magnification, glare protection, etc. They really made a difference for me at least...
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Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I squint...
Anything over 96dpi is the same as using 'large fonts' and makes way too many problems with programs to be worth it. My notebook has a 15" screen and runs at 1600x1200 so I put my desktop at the same res. I've gotten used to it now and can't stand not having all that extra room. The solution was to lean a little closer to the monitor... and squint...
Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I just had a thought that might help... try putting your res up to 1280x1024 and live with that for a few days, then put it back to 1024x768. It'll probably look huge to you then...
Reply #5 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Try using the custom setting for fonts. If you just take it up to about 100 DPI, it might just be enough to make a difference without screwing everything up. Just a thought.