How to Enable Dual Monitors in Zoom on Windows 11

This article explains how to turn “Use dual monitors” on or off in the Zoom app on Windows 11.

Zoom is a video conferencing and online meeting platform that allows users to connect remotely. It offers video and audio conferencing, screen sharing, and recording features.

There are many settings one can configure in the Zoom app on Windows. Users can download and install, start Zoom automatically when Windows starts, and more.

Another setting that users can configure in the Zoom app is to turn “Use dual monitors” on or off. Participants’ videos and screen shares will be displayed on separate screens when this is turned on.

Users may want to turn on or off dual monitors in Zoom for various reasons. Some users may prefer using a single monitor for video conferencing sessions. In contrast, others may find it more convenient to use dual monitors to view the participants’ videos and shared screens simultaneously.

Additionally, turning on dual monitors can be helpful when presenting slides or documents during a meeting, as it allows the presenter to view the content on one screen while seeing the participants’ reactions on the other.

Ultimately, it depends on the user’s preference and use case.

Turn “Use dual monitors” on or off in Zoom

As mentioned above, if you have dual monitors and want to view the participants’ videos and shared screens simultaneously, you can turn on this feature in Zoom.

Turn it off if you prefer using a single monitor for video conferencing sessions.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Zoom app. You can do that by clicking Start and selecting the ‘All apps’ button on the Start menu.

Under All apps, scroll down alphabetically to the bottom and open the Zoom app.

When the Zoom app opens, click the Settings (gear) to open its Setting pane.

Alternatively, click on your profile image at the top right and select Settings on the context menu.

When the Settings pane opens, under General, check the box next to the line that reads “Use dual monitors” to simultaneously display the participants’ videos and screen shares on separate screens.

To disable it, uncheck the box.

Exit the Zoom app to save your changes.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

• Turning “Use dual monitors” on or off in the Zoom app on Windows 11 is straightforward and can greatly enhance the video conferencing experience.
• Following the steps outlined, users can seamlessly configure their settings based on their preference and use case, whether for presentations, multitasking, or personal comfort.
• Users are encouraged to provide feedback or ask questions through the comments section to ensure a smooth implementation of these features.