Set manual resolution in linux

Shahab Ud din answered on October 25, 2022 Popularity 9/10 Helpfulness 4/10

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Set manual resolution in linux

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# First create a modeline
~$ cvt [width] [height] [hertz]
# e.g: cvt 1920 1080 120
# You will get a modeline in the output of this command Copy it!
# Note: Dont close the terminal after done theres an extra step in the end!

# Next create a new resolution mode
~$ sudo xrandr --newmode [modeline from cvt output]

# Now you need your moniters/displays "Display name". 
# To get this..
~$ xrandr
# You should see something like "HDMI1" , "VGA-1" or "Virtual1" (If using a virtual machine).
# copy this this is the display name

# Now add the new resolution to your display monitor. 
# The modline name is the name in " " in the modline.
~$ sudo xrandr --addmode [display name] [modeline name]

# After this open display settings. 
# Your new resolution should be visible now! :)

# To make the changes stay on your next restart copy the secont and third command to ~/.profile. 
# This file executes on each login so the commands will automatically run.
# Here's how you do this:

#open a new terminal

~$ sudo nano ~/.profile

# dont change anything just go to the bottom of the file and paste the commands. :)

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