Hi Luke,
Try connecting the monitor and pressing Windows + P repeatedly to cycle through display modes like “Second screen only.” Wait a few seconds between presses to see if the external display activates.
Best,
Jeric.
well my windows 7 surface pro screen is broken and if i try to connect it to my monitor nothing works! is there a way i can factory reset it and then connect it to my monitor
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luke Rabitoy
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my screen is broken and i need it to display on my monitor because i cant afford to fix it or replace it and i need it to make music!
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Jeric 1,685 Reputation points Independent Advisor2025-08-15T14:37:06.7466667+00:00