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The forum discussion revolves around fixing a sideways display on a Windows 7 laptop and monitor. The original poster suspects accidental keyboard shortcuts caused the rotation and initially seeks help, with advice suggesting use of Ctrl + Alt + Arrow keys. The user later resolves the issue via Display settings in the Control Panel, and another contributor notes alternative methods like adjusting rotation through graphics options. The overall sentiment is helpful, with users providing solutions to correct screen orientation issues.
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DeeMax45

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I'm using my HP laptop (Win7 Home 64-bit) with a monitor. When I turned it on this morning the image on both of the screens (laptop and monitor) is sideways. Unfortunately I am probably the culprit because of touching a key or combination of keys on the keyboard during the boot up since I had my keyboard tray extended and was sorting papers during the boot up. <sigh>

I've tried cntrl -- alt -- up directional arrow with no luck. Any ideas on how I can correct this?

Thanks,

Dee in FL
 

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davidhk129
For future reference only . You can also use " rotation " to correct the situation.......
Right click at desktop > click Graphic Options > click Rotation > pick the degree of rotation.

An image from 'Screen sideways'. A computer screen context menu showing graphics options for screen rotation degrees.
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Holding down Ctrl and Alt Gr then pressing Up/Down/Left/Right arrows should do it.
 

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DeeMax45 said:
Hmm...what does the GR stand for?
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Nevermind...I just figured out how to correct it using Display settings in Control Panel. I guess I just needed that extra cup of coffee. ;->

Dee in FL
 

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For future reference only . You can also use " rotation " to correct the situation.......
Right click at desktop > click Graphic Options > click Rotation > pick the degree of rotation.

An image from 'Screen sideways'. A computer screen context menu showing graphics options for screen rotation degrees.
 

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