The Color Quality Resets When You Change the Screen Resolution (298650)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
  • Microsoft Windows XP Professional
This article was previously published under Q298650

SYMPTOMS

If you change the screen resolution of a Windows XP-based computer, the color depth may automatically change to the maximum supported value regardless of any previous settings.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs because Windows XP automatically uses the maximum color depth that is available for any given resolution.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this behavior, open Control Panel, and then double-click Display. On the Settings tab under Color Quality, click the setting of your choice.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/15/2006
Keywords:kbdisplay kbenv kbprb KB298650
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