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yoshiii
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Hello

 

I did know that Steam automactically sets your screen resolution based on what gpu and monitor size that you have.

 

I have a 1440p 27" monitor with a GTX660.  I have Skyrim and download the high texture pack for it. I noticed that in the menu in my Steam account for settings, it has my resolution set to 1080p and I cannot change it to 1440p.

 

Does Steam normally do this?

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I've never heard of Steam doing that before. What cable are you using? If you're using DVI, the max you will get is 1080p.

 

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I've never heard of Steam doing that before. What cable are you using? If you're using DVI, the max you will get is 1080p.

 

I have a DP cable connected to the 1440p monitor and I have a 1080p monitor connect too with a HDMI cable.

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I have a DP cable connected to the 1440p monitor and I have a 1080p monitor connect too with a HDMI cable.

Maybe Windows has both monitors set to 1080p. Check your resolution in the control panel. If it's set correctly, then maybe it's the mod? Sorry but I can't help you too much with that lol

 

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Maybe Windows has both monitors set to 1080p. Check your resolution in the control panel. If it's set correctly, then maybe it's the mod? Sorry but I can't help you too much with that lol

 

Thank, but the monitor is set to 1440p.  Wonder what it is.

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