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The Secret to Setting Your Screen Resolution
Most new "Wintel" computers are factory pre-set to display at a resolution of 640X480. This means there are 640 pixels (or dots of color) across your screen and 480 pixels vertically. Computers equipped with suitable video cards and drivers are actually capable of showing much higher resolutions: more dots/pixels across the screen. It is worthwhile to try increasing the resolution to the highest that your computer will go so that you can see more. If you are working from a laptop, you may not want to do this, unless you are using an external monitor or projector. If you need drivers, check out www.helpdrivers.com The following are some of the screen resolutions available:
Disclaimer: The following steps illustrate how to change your PC's screen resolution. They represent the way things should be done on a standard configuration. Due to hardware and software differences, your system may not react properly. Should this be the case, E-Signature assumes no responsibility for the consequences. To increase your resolution if you are a Windows user, simply right-click on your desktop and select the "properties" option. Alternatively, go to "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel" and select the "Display" icon. The following image will appear:
Click on the "Settings" tab to display the following image (your box may have slightly different tabs):
Notice where the cursor is. Move the slider as far to the right as possible. Your computer's video driver should already have configured your computer to indicate the maximum level to which you can increase resolution. Now click on "OK" and follow any other prompts that may appear.
For Macintosh users: We unfortunately do not have any screenshots showing how to increase a Mac's resolution. If you are a Mac user and can provide us these, we will gladly post them here.
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