Delldisplaymanager: PBP Split 60/40, 70/30

Delldisplaymanager: PBPSplit 60/40, 70/30

Delldisplaymanager is a powerful tool that allows users to customize their multi-monitor setups. One of the most useful features of Delldisplaymanager is the ability to split the screen into multiple sections, known as PBPSplit. This feature allows users to have multiple windows open at once, each taking up a specific portion of the screen. In this article, we will cover the two most popular PBPSplit options: 60/40 and 70/30.

PBPSplit 60/40

PBPSplit 60/40 is a popular option for users who want to have two windows open side by side, with one taking up 60% of the screen and the other taking up 40%. This is a great option for users who need to have two documents open at once, such as a word processor and a web browser. To set up PBPSplit 60/40 in Delldisplaymanager, follow these steps:

1. Open Delldisplaymanager.
2. Click on the "Manage Displays" button.
3. Select the display you want to split.
4. Click on the "Split" button.
5. Select "Horizontal".
6. Enter "60" in the first box and "40" in the second box.
7. Click "Apply" and then "OK".

PBPSplit 70/30

PBPSplit 70/30 is another popular option for users who want to have two windows open side by side, with one taking up 70% of the screen and the other taking up 30%. This is a great option for users who need to have a document open next to a reference material, such as a research paper and a web page. To set up PBPSplit 70/30 in Delldisplaymanager, follow these steps:

1. Open Delldisplaymanager.
2. Click on the "Manage Displays" button.
3. Select the display you want to split.
4. Click on the "Split" button.
5. Select "Horizontal".
6. Enter "70" in the first box and "30" in the second box.
7. Click "Apply" and then "OK".

Can I use a 50/50 split with two inputs in Delldisplaymanager?

While Delldisplaymanager does allow for a 50/50 split, it may not be possible to achieve this using two inputs in PBPSplit mode. However, it is possible to use the "ddm.exe" command to create a custom resolution that will allow for a 50/50 split. For more information on how to do this, please refer to the Delldisplaymanager documentation.

Delldisplaymanager's PBPSplit feature is a powerful tool that allows users to customize their multi-monitor setups and increase productivity. By understanding how to set up PBPSplit 60/40 and 70/30, users can take full advantage of this feature and have multiple windows open at once, each taking up a specific portion of the screen. While a 50/50 split may not be possible using two inputs in PBPSplit mode, it is possible to achieve this using the "ddm.exe" command and creating a custom resolution.

References

• Dell Display Manager User's Guide
• How to Create a Custom Resolution Using DDM.exe