Remotely Using Multiple Monitors: Right Order in Windows 11 (3 Monitors, Different Sizes)

Remotely Using Multiple Monitors with Windows 11: Right Order (3 Monitors, Different Sizes)

In today's world, having multiple monitors is becoming increasingly popular for productivity and multitasking purposes. With the release of Windows 11, using multiple monitors has become even more seamless and intuitive. In this article, we will focus on how to remotely use multiple monitors with Windows 11, specifically with four monitors arranged in a right-left order (3, 1, 2, 0) using MSTSC/RDP. We will also cover how to handle different monitor sizes.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

• A Windows 11 workstation with at least four monitors
• The latest version of Remote Desktop Connection (MSTSC) or Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) client installed on your computer
• A stable internet connection

Setting Up Multiple Monitors in Windows 11

To set up multiple monitors in Windows 11, follow these steps:

1. Connect all four monitors to your Windows 11 workstation
2. Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings
3. In the Display section, click on Identify to ensure that the monitors are arranged in the correct order (3, 1, 2, 0)
4. In the Multiple displays section, select Extend these displays to extend your desktop across all four monitors
5. Click Apply and then Keep changes to save your settings

Using Multiple Monitors with MSTSC/RDP

To use multiple monitors with MSTSC/RDP, follow these steps:

1. Launch MSTSC/RDP on your computer
2. Enter the IP address or hostname of the Windows 11 workstation in the Computer field
3. Click on the Show options button to expand the options
4. In the Display tab, select Use all my monitors for the remote session
5. Click Connect to start the remote session

Handling Different Monitor Sizes

To handle different monitor sizes, you can adjust the scaling of each monitor in Windows 11. Follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings
2. Scroll down to the Scale and layout section
3. Select the monitor you want to adjust and use the Scale slider to adjust the scaling
4. Click Apply and then Keep changes to save your settings

In this article, we covered how to remotely use multiple monitors with Windows 11, specifically with four monitors arranged in a right-left order (3, 1, 2, 0) using MSTSC/RDP. We also discussed how to handle different monitor sizes. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can increase your productivity and multitasking capabilities when working remotely.

References

• Remote Desktop Client FAQ
• Using multiple monitors in Windows 10