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How to Rotate Screen in Windows 10/11

By Achilles Hill | Last Updated

How to Rotate Screen in Windows 10/11

Horizontal orientation is the default setting for computer screens and is the standard for most users who use computers daily. But when you want to view posters or spreadsheets in the portrait view effect, flipping the screen vertically can help you realize this idea. Whether you are at home or in the office, you can follow the steps below to learn how to rotate screen in Windows 10/11.

Part 1: Rotate Screen with Shortcut Keys

First of all, let's learn how to use shortcuts to rotate the screen, you need to use the Ctrl key, Alt key and Arrow keys. Hold down the Ctrl key and Alt key at the same time, and then press the arrow left key, the screen will be rotated to the left by 90 degrees; press arrow right key, the screen will be rotated to the right by 90 degrees; press arrow down key, the screen will be flipped by 180 degrees; and press the arrow up key restores the horizontal orientation.

ctrl alt arrow

  • Ctrl + Alt + → = rotates screen 90 degrees right
  • Ctrl + Alt + ← = rotates screen 90 degrees left
  • Ctrl + Alt + ↓ = flips screen upside down
  • Ctrl + Alt + ↑ = normal landscape view

Part 2: Rotate Screen with Display Settings

Step 1: Right-click on a blank space on your computer desktop to open the menu bar and click on Display settings.

display settings

Step 2: On the Display settings window, open the Display orientation drop-down menu. You can choose landscape, portrait, landscape flipped and portrait flipped.

display orientation

Part 3: Rotate Screen with Graphics Control Panel

Depending on your device’s graphics card, you can also rotate the screen using the Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD control panel.

Intel Graphics:

Step 1: Right-click on the desktop and choose Intel Graphics Settings or Graphics Properties.

Step 2: Click Display. Then look for the Rotation section and select the desired orientation.

Step 3: Click Apply to save the changes.

click Display

NVIDIA Control Panel:

Step 1: With a Right-click on the blank space of the desktop and choose NVIDIA Control Panel.

Step 2: Click Rotate Display under the Display section.

Step 3: Choose the desired orientation and click Apply.

AMD Radeon Settings:

Step 1: With a right-click on the desktop blank space and select AMD Radeon Settings from the drop-down menu.

Step 2: Navigate to Display.

Step 3: Look for the Rotation option and adjust as needed. Finally,click Apply.

Part 4: What to do If Screen Rotation Not Working?

If your screen rotation isn’t working, try these fixes:

Check Hotkey Settings: Some laptops disable screen rotation hotkeys. Go to your graphics settings and enable hotkeys if necessary.

Update Graphics Drivers: Outdated drivers may cause rotation issues. It is better to get a higher version of display drivers from Device Manager or the manufacturer’s website.

Enable Auto-Rotate (For Tablets & 2-in-1 Devices): Open Settings > System > Display. Scroll down and toggle Rotation lock off. Try rotating the screen again.

Conclusion

Rotating your screen in Windows 10 and 11 is easy using keyboard shortcuts, display settings, or graphics control panels. If you encounter issues, updating your drivers or enabling auto-rotate can help. We hope this guide helps you adjust your screen orientation effortlessly!

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