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Multi-Monitor Setup with xrandr
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Multi-Monitor Setup with xrandr

Find Available Screens

xrandr

Enable output (mirrored) for one screen

xrandr --output HDMI-2

With optional resolution setting:

xrandr --output HDMI-2 --mode 1920x1080

Chainging to set settings for multiple screens

xrandr --output eDP-1 --mode 1920x1080  --output HDMI-2 --mode 1920x1080

Set a monitor to extend the other screen

xrandr --output HDMI-2 --mode 1920x1080 --pos 1920x0

Setting for both screens:

xrandr --output eDP-1 --mode 1920x1080 --primary  --output HDMI-2 --mode 1920x1080 --pos 1920x0

Disable a monitor

xrandr --output HDMI-2 --off
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