How to Change Display Orientation in Windows

Need to flip or rotate your computer screen? Here's how to do so on Windows.

While the default landscape orientation on your Windows computer is suitable for most tasks, there can be times when you need to change it. Whether it's for work, creative endeavors, or simply personal preference, rotating the display on your Windows computer is quick and easy.

Here, we share three methods for changing the display orientation on your Windows computer.

The Display section in the Windows Settings app makes it easy for you to modify things like screen brightness, color, layout, scale, and more. Additionally, it also offers the option to change the display orientation on your Windows 10 or 11 computer.

Use the following steps:

Once you have completed the above steps, Windows will rotate your screen 90 degrees, 180 degrees, or 270 degrees, depending on the option you select.

Apart from the system settings, you can also use the built-in graphics control panel to change the display orientation on Windows. However, the exact steps for doing so will depend on the type of graphics card installed on your PC.

Here's how you can rotate your screen using the Intel Graphics Command Center and the NVIDIA Control Panel.

Another quick way to rotate your Windows computer's screen is to use keyboard shortcuts. This method can be especially useful if you frequently need to switch between different display orientations.

Here are the keyboard shortcuts you can use to rotate your computer screen.

It's important to note that the above keyboard shortcuts may not work on all Windows computers. If they do not work on your PC, you can use the Settings app or the built-in Graphics Control Panel to make the necessary adjustments.

Knowing how to change the display orientation on Windows can be helpful if you have a laptop with a rotatable screen or an external monitor that allows rotation.

Whether you choose to use a keyboard shortcut or the Windows Settings app, the process of rotating your screen is relatively easy so you can go back and forth quickly without having to keep digging into the Settings menu. Just remember that changing the display orientation also affects the cursor, so you'll have to adjust your mouse movement accordingly.

Pankil is a freelance tech writer from India who has been writing about Windows since 2021. As a long-time Windows user, he has extensive knowledge of the ins and outs of the operating system and specializes in creating how-tos and troubleshooting guides. With a focus on practical advice and real-world solutions, Pankil aims to make technology accessible and user-friendly for everyone.