| How to Set Up Two Computer Monitors Posted: 01 Jul 2018 05:00 PM PDT This wikiHow teaches you how to use two monitors with the same desktop computer. You can do this on both Windows and Mac computers, though you'll need a computer with a graphics card that supports multiple displays if you're using Windows. EditOn Windows - Make sure that your computer supports multiple monitors. On the back of your computer's CPU box, you should see at least two horizontal ports near the bottom of the box; these are connections for your computer's graphics card, which is what you'll need to use to set up two monitors.
- You cannot use the default monitor connection, which is typically a vertical slot in the middle of the CPU box, to set up multiple monitors.
- Vertical ports are connected to the motherboard, while horizontal ports are connected to the graphics card.
- If you don't see the proper ports on the CPU box, you'll need to install a graphics card before setting up a second monitor.
- Determine the type of connection you'll need. Look at the graphics card's ports and your computer monitors' respective inputs to see which of the following you'll need:
- DVI - Wide piece of plastic with numerous small square holes in it.
- VGA - Trapezoid-shaped piece of colored plastic with several pinholes in it.
- HDMI - Thin, flat, hexagonal port.
- DisplayPort - Similar to HDMI, but has a flat edge one one side instead of being symmetrical. Necessary for 4K displays.
- Thunderbolt - Found on the backs of most iMac monitors; has a lightning bolt icon beneath it. You can connect an adapter for any of the above video connections to a Thunderbolt port (e.g., VGA to Thunderbolt).
- Buy any cables that you don't have. If your computer's graphics card's inputs require DisplayPort cables, for example, purchase them for both monitors.
- If your monitors don't support the graphics card's cable type (e.g., DisplayPort), you'll need an adapter or a cable that has two connections (e.g., a DisplayPort connection at one end and an HDMI connection on the other end).
- Turn off your computer. It's easiest to connect the second display without running into issues when the computer is powered off.
- Plug the first monitor into one graphics card slot. To do this, you'll most likely need to unplug the monitor from the vertical motherboard port into which it's currently plugged and then plug it into the horizontal graphics card port.
- If your first monitor's motherboard connection is different than the graphics card connection, you'll need to use a different cable with the monitor.
- Attach the second monitor. Plug the second monitor's cable into another graphics card slot, then plug the other end of the cable into the back of the second monitor.
- Plug the second monitor into a power source. Using the power cable that came with the monitor, attach the monitor to a power source (e.g., a power strip or a wall outlet).
- Turn back on your computer and the monitors. Press the "On" switch for your computer and each of the monitors.
- Open Start . Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the first monitor's screen.
- Open Settings . Click the gear-shaped icon in the lower-left side of the Start window.
- Click . It's a computer monitor-shaped icon in the Settings window.
- Click the tab. You'll find this option in the upper-left side of the window.
- Click the "Multiple displays" drop-down box. It's near the bottom of the window. A drop-down menu will appear.
- You may have to scroll down to find this option.
- Select a display option. In the drop-down menu, click one of the following:
- Duplicate these displays - Replicates the first monitor's display on the second monitor.
- Extend these displays - Stretches the first monitor's display across both monitors.
- Show only on 1 - Shows content only on the first monitor.
- Show only on 2 - Shows content only on the second monitor.
- Click . It's below the selected display option. This will prompt your second monitor to display part or all of your first monitor's content, depending on your selected display option.
- Click when prompted. Doing so saves your settings. You can now use your second computer monitor alongside your primary one.
- Determine the type of connection you'll need. In order to attach another monitor to your iMac, you'll need to use a cable for the back of the iMac's display. Look for one of the following ports on the back of the iMac:
- Thunderbolt - Small, square port with a lightning bolt above it. Thunderbolt-to-Thunderbolt is the easiest way to connect two Mac displays to each other, but you can buy an adapter for any computer port (e.g., Thunderbolt-to-VGA) if necessary.
- HDMI - Wide, thin, hexagonal port. HDMI is the industry standard for audio and video connections, so any monitor that you buy should support it.
- Buy any cables that you don't have. If your second monitor requires an HDMI cable, for example, buy an HDMI cable.
- If you bought a monitor that only supports an older video standard (e.g., VGA), you'll need to buy a Thunderbolt-to-port (or HDMI-to-port) adapter (e.g., Thunderbolt-to-VGA).
- Plug the monitor's cable into the back of the iMac. If you're using an adapter, you'll first plug the adapter into the iMac's back.
- Attach the monitor to a power source. Plug the power cord that came with the monitor into a power source (e.g., a wall socket or a power strip).
- Turn on the second monitor. Press the monitor's "On" button to do so. You should see your Mac's desktop appear.
- Open the Apple menu . Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the primary screen. A drop-down menu will appear.
- Click . It's at the bottom of the drop-down menu.
- Click . This computer monitor-shaped icon is in the System Preferences window.
- Click the tab. It's at the top of the Displays window.
- Determine the type of display you want. If you want to use the second monitor to stretch your Mac's display across both screens, you'll uncheck the "Mirror Displays" box; if you want to display the same content on both screens, you'll check the "Mirror Displays" box.
- Move the menu bar if needed. If you want to place the menu bar (the grey bar at the top of the screen) on the second display, click and drag the white bar that's on the image of the monitor over to the second monitor.[1]
- Exit System Preferences. Close both the Displays window and the System Preferences window. You should now be able to use your second display in conjunction with your primary Mac display.
- Most laptops support HDMI (Windows, Mac), USB-C (Windows, Mac), and/or Thunderbolt (Mac only) connections. To connect a second monitor to a laptop, you need only attach the second monitor's cable to the laptop's video output port, after which point you can set up the monitor like you would for a desktop computer.
- If you attach a second monitor that has significantly higher resolution than your first monitor, you may notice graphical clipping or other issues when switching between monitors. It's best to buy a monitor that matches your primary monitor's resolution if possible.
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| How to Wash Jerseys Posted: 01 Jul 2018 09:00 AM PDT Sports jerseys are made with high quality materials and need to be washed in a specific way to prevent damage. Before you wash the jerseys, you'll need to treat any stains that are on them, especially if you use wear your jersey to play sports. Then separate your jerseys by color and turn them inside out. Wash your jerseys in a mix of warm and hot water, and then hang them to dry completely. EditTreating Stains - Use a mixture of vinegar and water to remove grass stains. Mix together 1 part vinegar to 2 parts water. If you're washing more than 2 very stained jerseys, use at least of vinegar. Then take a soft bristled toothbrush and dip it in the mixture. Gently brush the grass stains with the toothbrush. Then soak the stained areas for 1 or 2 hours in the mixture before washing.[1]
- Remove blood stains with cold water. Turn the jersey inside out and run it under cold water to get rid of as much blood as possible. Then soak the jersey in cold water, gently rubbing the blood-stained areas with your fingers. Repeat every 4 to 5 minutes until the blood comes out completely.[2]
- Use soap or shampoo to remove stubborn blood stains. If the cold water alone doesn't get rid of the blood, try cleaning the stained area with dish soap or shampoo. Rub a bit of shampoo or soap into the blood stain. Then rinse and wash the jersey.[3]
- Treat perspiration stains with vinegar. If the stain is green or yellow in color, it's from perspiration. Mix vinegar in water. Soak the stained part of the jersey in the mixture for 30 minutes and then wash it.[4]
EditPreparing Your Jerseys - Separate your jerseys by color. White jerseys should be washed separately from other colored jerseys, since the other colors can bleed into the white. Black jerseys should also be washed together because they can bleed into other jerseys. Any other colored jerseys can be washed together.[5]
- Wash your jerseys in their own load. When you're washing jerseys, don't wash them with any other clothing, especially blue jeans. The dye in blue jeans can get into the water and cause blue streaks to appear on your jerseys.[6]
- Unbutton all the buttons. If you wash your jerseys with any buttons still buttoned up, the jerseys can wrinkle. Make sure all of the buttons, especially on the front of the jersey, are unbuttoned before you wash them.[7]
- Turn your jerseys inside out. This protects the patches, wording, and stitching on jerseys. If you don't turn them inside out, screen printed letters can stick together and the stitching can come apart.[8]
EditWashing Collectible Jerseys - Fill the washing machine with water. Set your temperature to hot and let the washer fill with about of water. Then switch the temperature of the water to warm and let the washer finish filling.[9]
- If you have a front-loading washer, switch the temperature of the water from hot to warm after about 2 minutes.
- Add detergent to the washing machine. Use a good quality, color-protecting laundry detergent with stain fighters. Add a full measure of detergent to the water if you're washing more than 1 jersey. Use a half measure if you're washing 1 jersey at a time. Then add the jerseys to the washer and let it begin washing.[10]
- The cap of the detergent bottle should have a mark to show you how much to use.
- If you have a front-loading washer, add the detergent and jerseys to the washer before it begins filling. Then switch the temperature after about 1 minute.
- Pause the washer after 1 minute to allow the jersey to soak. After the washing machine has been going for 1 minute, stop the washer and let the jerseys soak. This should get more stains and dirt out of the jerseys than running a normal wash cycle.[11]
- You can let the jerseys soak in the wash for up to 1 day.
- Finish the cycle and examine the jersey. Once the jerseys have soaked, turn the washing machine back on and let it finish its cycle. Once the cycle finishes, check to make sure the stains have been removed. If they haven't treat the stains again and rewash the jerseys.[12]
- Hang the jerseys to dry as soon as they're clean. If you leave the jerseys in the washing machine as they dry, they can wrinkle. The patches and writing on the jersey can also be ruined. Take the jerseys out and hang them on hangers to dry. It can take up to 2 days for them to dry completely.[13]
EditWashing Sports Uniforms - Wash the jersey immediately after a game or practice. The longer a worn jersey sits, the more perspiration and dirt can soak into the jersey and ruin it. Immediately after a game or practice, throw the jersey into the wash.[14]
- Use powdered detergent. Liquid detergents might contain elements that can ruin the jerseys. Instead, use a powdered detergent. If you're only washing 1 jersey, you don't need a full load's worth of detergent. Use half of the recommended measurement instead.[15]
- Add vinegar to deal with odors. If you find the jersey is pretty stinky, add of white vinegar to the bleach dispenser on your washing machine. The vinegar should neutralize the odor without making your jerseys stink like vinegar.[16]
- Set your washer to a gentle cycle with cold water. A gentle cycle will prevent the fibers in the jerseys from getting ruined, and cold water will protect any screen printing on the jersey. The gentle cycle is usually the cycle used for delicates.[17]
- Hang the jerseys to dry. Don't put your jerseys in the dryer. The heat can ruin the elasticity of spandex in the jerseys, and can melt screen printing. Instead, hang the jersey on a wood or plastic hanger and let it dry overnight.[18]
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| How to Make a Ceiling Look Higher Posted: 01 Jul 2018 01:00 AM PDT With more people living in apartments and spec houses these days, low ceilings have become a common design problem. There are lots of architectural ways to increase a room's size, but that isn't always possible. By using a few tricks with paint and decor to redesign the room from top to bottom, you can give the appearance of a higher ceiling without physically increasing the height. EditPainting the Room - Paint the ceiling white or a light color. Painting is one of the cheapest ways to make a big change to a room. Light colors are always recommended for small rooms or low ceilings.[1]
- If you prefer dark walls, avoid using white on the ceiling. This creates a horizontal line that will make the ceiling look even lower. Try painting the ceiling a few shades lighter than the walls instead.[2]
- Pale blue or aqua tinted ceilings give the illusion of distance and will make ceilings look further away.[3]
- Choose a matte finish for best results. Color is not the only aspect of the paint that can contribute to the apparent height of the ceiling. A matte finish hides flaws and draws focus away. A glossy finish creates a reflective surface with benefits similar to a mirror but can also show imperfections.[4]
- Paint the crown molding. By painting it the same color and sheen as the wall, you can give the appearance of pushing the ceiling up a few inches. If there is a big difference in ceiling and wall color, choose a shade somewhere in between for the crown molding.[5]
- Paint vertical stripes. The more contrast between the colors of the stripes, the bigger difference it will make.[6]
- Besides painting, there are lots of other ways to get stripes on the wall. Wallpaper and paneling work well too. You can even use washi tape.[7]
EditStyling the Walls and Windows - Construct vertical patterns with wall hangings. By placing artwork and framed pictures vertically and in a linear pattern on the wall, you can create more visual interest upward. The more vertical shapes in the room, the greater illusion of height.
- Place items as close to the ceiling as possible. For a more dramatic effect, choose one large vertical item to accentuate the height.[8]
- Use mirrors to increase light. Mirrors are often used to make rooms look bigger by reflecting light and giving the appearance of an ever-expanding room. By hanging a vertical mirror or even leaning it against the wall, the same effect can be made on the height of the room.
- Again, one large vertical mirror positioned close to the ceiling will have the most benefit.[9]
- Install window treatments close to the ceiling. Make sure that the curtains reach the floor or even pool at the bottom for an even greater appearance of height.
- Use a bold pattern on the curtains if it is the the only pattern in the room to accentuate the height.[10]
- Another option is to remove window treatments altogether to increase light. You'll have to consider the loss of privacy or use of blinds with this option.[11]
- Position shelves near the ceiling. Not only will you draw the eye upward, you will also open valuable floor space by creating storage off the ground. You can increase the height interest by adorning the shelf with bold pieces like large colorful vases.[12]
- Extra precaution should be taken with shelving installation, especially overheard. Make sure you level the shelf and anchor it to a stud to avoid injury.[13]
EditDecorating the Room - Use low profile furniture. This technique will increase the actual space from furniture to ceiling and make the ceiling look higher. Large, bulky furniture will make the space seem closed in and less spacious.[14]
- Be deliberate in what you buy to furnish a room with a low ceiling. Make each piece count and consider lighter colors to really open up the space.[15]
- Add uplighting. Install sconces or wall lights to draw the eye upward. Even a well-placed lamp can make a ceiling look higher.[16]
- Position lights to shine toward and up the wall when possible to create more reflective light and attention upward.
- Avoid pendant lights and the use of overhead lighting which bring the focus downward.[17]
- Accessorize with tall items. Branches, candles, and large vases that reach upward toward the ceiling are great at drawing the eye upward. Place these items in the corners of the room to create high corners and maximize the height all around.[18]
- Place a bold rug on the floor. When in doubt, distract. Use the bold pattern to draw attention away from low ceilings. Similar to the window treatments, avoid too many patterns in the room. If you decorate with a bold rug, keep the rest of the room simple.[19]
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