Old PC’s don’t support Widescreen resolutions i.e 1366×768 or 1440×960 etc. if you have an old PC and you recently bought a new LCD or LED. There is a greater chance that you will face screen resolution problem. One way to solve Screen Resolution problem is to replace graphic card. But wait, there is another way. You can add custom resolution in Windows. It is not 100% granted that you will get your desired resolution. But why not to try it before spending money.
First you will need to download PowerStrip. By using PowerStrip you can add Custom Resolutions in Windows. After downloading install the software, and restart your computer. Now open PowerStrip. After Opening PowerStrip you will see a new PowerStrip icon in Taskbar notification area. Now follow the steps given below to add custom resolution.
1) Right Click on PowerStrip icon in Taskbar notification area, then move you mouse over“Display profiles”, then click “Configure”.
2) Click on “Advanced timing options…” Button.
3) Click “Custom resolutions…” Button. Now you should see the following screen.
4) Now enter your desired resolution or select a resolution from Predefined Resolutions, then click “Add new resolution” Button.
* Restarting Windows may be necessary to see if the custom resolution is accepted by the display driver.