How do I get my laptop screen to Zoom out?

Answered by Frank Schwing

To zoom out on your laptop screen, there are several methods you can try. Here are a few options:

Method 1: Using Keyboard Shortcuts
1. Hold down the “CTRL” key on your keyboard.
2. Press the minus (“-“) key to zoom out.
3. Repeat this step until you reach your desired level of zoom.

Method 2: Using Touchpad Gestures
1. If your laptop has a touchpad with multitouch capabilities, you can use gestures to zoom out.
2. Place two fingers on the touchpad and move them closer together, as if you’re pinching inwards.
3. Keep pinching until you achieve the desired zoom level.

Method 3: Using the Magnifier Tool (Windows)
1. On Windows laptops, you can use the built-in Magnifier tool to zoom in and out.
2. Press the “Windows” key on your keyboard to open the Start menu.
3. Type “Magnifier” and select the “Magnifier” app from the search results.
4. In the Magnifier window, you’ll see options to zoom in and out. Click the “-” button to zoom out.

Method 4: Adjusting Display Settings
1. Right-click on your desktop and select “Display settings” from the context menu.
2. In the Display settings window, scroll down to the “Scale and layout” section.
3. Under the “Change the size of text, apps, and other items” option, select a smaller percentage or drag the slider to the left to decrease the scaling.
4. Click “Apply” to save the changes and see the screen zoom out.

Method 5: Using Browser Zoom Controls
1. If you want to zoom out on a specific webpage, you can use the zoom controls within your web browser.
2. Open your preferred browser and navigate to the webpage you want to zoom out on.
3. Look for the zoom controls, which are usually located in the top right corner of the browser window.
4. Click the “-” button or use the keyboard shortcut “CTRL” + “-” to reduce the zoom level.

Remember, these methods may vary slightly depending on your laptop’s operating system and browser. If one method doesn’t work, try another. Additionally, keep in mind that zooming out too much may make text and images harder to read, so find a comfortable level that suits your needs.