Modifying Display setting

Windows Desktop & Start menu

Modifying Display setting

Many of the optional display settings are designed to make the computer more accessible for persons with disabilities. Be aware that you can enlarge icons and screen fonts and use high-contrast colors for those with visual impairments.

To change the display settings follow these steps :

1. On the Start menu point to Settings.

2. Click Control Panel and then click Display. The Display Properties dialog box opens.

3. Click a tab to change the settings in that tab.

The following tabs are available:

• Background

choose an HTML document or picture for your desktop background. Several options are available automatically, or you can create your own.

• Screen Saver

choose a screen saver and add password protection. Also set energy saving options for your monitor. Your school, district, or college or university may have rules about using password protection and you probably have some of your own. Remember to discuss with students the “hazards” of locking the instructor out of the computer system.

• Appearance

choose a color scheme for your windows and desktop. Choose a high contrast color scheme for greater accessibility for those with visual impairments.

• Effects

change the look and size of desktop icons.

• Web

add active content items to the desktop. For more information about the Active Desktop and active content, see the section “Getting Connected.”

• Settings

choose your color settings. Also add another monitor and view your desktop across both.