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Can any monitor be vertical?
In theory, probably yes, because the way a monitor displays content gets set up in the computer’s settings. But there are some hardware things to consider:
What stand comes with it? For example, my main monitor comes with a stand that would not allow it to be positioned that way. So I use that in a horizontal setting.
Take a look at the back of the monitor and see how easy it is to hook up a stand, monitor arms, and rotate it easily. Here’s how my vertical monitor looks on the back, for example. To rotate it, I just had to take it off, move the bracket and done. It was way easier than I had anticipated.
Even if the stand doesn’t allow the vertical setup, consider monitor arms that do. Just ensure the back is compatible.
How to turn monitor vertical
To start, set the hardware up the way you want it. Then – if you are on a Mac – head to Displays setting. Click on the correct monitor, then Rotation farther down and change that to 90 percent.
Easy breezy setup and I like it so far. Great view. Still two monitors. No need to compromise.
