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The user is trying to reposition a second monitor to the left of their primary display via Windows settings but faces issues with dragging the screen in the display configuration. A responder suggests using the AMD Catalyst Control Center (CCC) software for better monitor management, which the user later confirms successfully utilized after some confusion. Overall, the thread reflects a troubleshooting process where the main solution involved leveraging the GPU manufacturer's software rather than Windows basic display settings.
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First post, first problem.

Running a TV as a second screen off my laptop via HDMI connection. Old TV gave in, bought a new standard 22" screen. When connecting to the screen, it automatically assigns it to the right of my PC, however I need it positioned on the left.

I have gone into control panel - display and attempted to "drag and drop" the screen from right to left, however neither of my screens (PC or TV) will move. I remember having this same problem with the last screen and I can't remember how I resolved it.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Lewis
 

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I think it has to do with your laptop more than the TV. What's the make/model of your laptop? What type of onboard GPU does your laptop have installed?
 

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bassfisher6522 said:
I think it has to do with your laptop more than the TV. What's the make/model of your laptop? What type of onboard GPU does your laptop have installed?
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My laptop is a Dell Inspiron 15R/5520 with i7-3612QM 2.10Ghz CPU. The onboard GPU is an AMD Radeon HD 7670M and it has the current driver installed.

As I said, the last TV I had had the same problem, however I did eventually resolve it and move the screen "virtually" to the left. I have no idea how I did it though. Also before, while connecting to TVs around the house etc, it thought that the screen was on the left per default, now the right.
 

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By default, any additional monitors added are put/set to the right of the main monitor. Try using your AMD's GPU software, the CCC and see it you can manipulate your monitors that way.
 

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CCC worked perfectly, once I figured out what it was
 

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