Hi, I am Dhanam, Independent Advisor here to work with you on this issue.

I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.

Uninstall your display driver

In the search box on the taskbar, type device manager, and then select it from the list of results.

Select the arrow to expand Display adapters.

Under Display adapters, right-click the adapter, then select Properties.

Select the Delete the driver software for this device check box, and then select OK.

Restart your device and Windows will attempt to reinstall the driver.

This is a public user-to-user support forum. I'm a user like you helping other users. I do not work for Microsoft and cannot access any user accounts.

I hope this can help you. If this still can't solve your problem, just let me know and I'll do my best to try to help you.

Regards,

Dhanam,

Independent Advisor.

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Lifewire
lifewire.com › fix-windows-11-second-monitor-8677618
How to Fix It When Windows 11 Isn't Detecting a Second Monitor
August 15, 2024 - Several possible things can cause your Windows 11 computer not to detect the second monitor. Some of the most common include: Loose monitor connector cables. Insufficient power supply to the second monitor.
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Super User
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multiple monitors - Second Display not detected in Windows 11 - Super User
Ensured that both the graphics card drivers and Windows 11 are up to date. Checked the display settings in Windows to see if the second monitor is recognized, but it's not listed. Tested the second display on another computer, and it works without any issues, ruling out a hardware problem with the display itself. Tried different output ports on the graphics card (HDMI, DisplayPort) to connect the second display.
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Driver Support
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Windows 11 Not Detecting Your Second Monitor? Let's Fix it.
April 10, 2024 - ... Secure Connections: Double-check that both ends of your display cable (HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, etc.) are securely connected to your monitor and your PC. Try Different Ports: If your PC has multiple output ports, try connecting your second ...
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Reddit
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r/WindowsHelp on Reddit: Second monitor HDMI not working after updating laptop to Windows 11
November 3, 2024 -

UPDATE: Solved! Check the comments for the solution that worked for me

Hey all,

I've been trying to connect my laptop (ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DT-BQ613T) to either my second monitor or my tv screen through HDMI. This has worked perfectly fine in the past, but after I updated it to windows 11, it stopped working. I've tested both the cables and the screens with other devices, and they work, so I don't think they're the problem.

When I plug in the laptop, there does appear to be something happening - at the very least, the monitor lighting up a bit, but then saying 'no signal' anyway. Similarly, when I unplug the cable, the laptop screen turns black for a second. It seems like there's not really any signal being sent through the cable. If I go to the multiple displays settings and click 'detect', it says 'we didn't find another display'.

I've tried a restart, and I've tried updating the display adapter drivers, but windows said that they were already up to date. I've also tried changing the display frequency to either 60 or 40 Hz, but no difference.

I'm not sure what to do next - I'd prefer not to mess with reinstalling the entirety of windows 11. Does anyone have an idea? Please let me know if you need any more info from me. Thanks!

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Did you try win+p ?
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Tweaking
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Windows 11 Not Detecting Your Second Monitor: 7 Best Fixes
July 15, 2024 - Ensure that all cables are securely connected to the monitor and the computer. Damaged cables or ports can also lead to detection issues. Inspect the cables and ports for any signs of wear or damage.
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MakeUseOf
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Windows 11 Second Monitor Not Detected: 5 Fixes
October 3, 2023 - It's a simple solution but effective. Turn off your second monitor, wait a few minutes, and then turn it back on. This can make Windows recognize it. DisplayPort and HDMI come in different versions.
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Fortect
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How to Fix Windows 11 Not Detecting Your Second Monitor
June 5, 2025 - Check that the cable is securely connected to both the monitor and the PC · Try using a different port on your PC or graphics card. If possible, test with a different cable to rule out cable failure · Sometimes, display issues can be caused ...
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Windows Central
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How to fix a second monitor not detected in Windows 10 and 11
September 17, 2025 - Once you complete the steps, the system will download and install the available update for the graphics driver, fixing the external monitor's detection problem. These are common questions when dealing with a multi-monitor setup on Windows 10. To rotate the monitor, right-click on the desktop and select "Display settings." Scroll down to the "Display orientation" drop-down menu, and choose Landscape, Portrait, Landscape (flipped), or Portrait (flipped). Connect the second monitor, then use the "Windows key + P" shortcut to open the "Project" menu.
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MiniTool
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How to Fix Windows 11 Not Detecting Second Monitor [4 Ways] - MiniTool
August 10, 2023 - You have to ensure that you are using the latest version of the graphics driver. You will meet the “Windows 11 not detecting second monitor” issue if you have incompatible, corrupt, missing, or outdated drivers.
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Microsoft Support
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Troubleshoot external monitor connections in Windows - Microsoft Support
You'll need one of the following to support more than one external monitor: Docking station – To find out if there are docking stations available for your PC, contact the manufacturer of your PC. USB adapter – If you have a USB-C port, you may be able to use a USB adapter to give your device ...
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Microsoft Learn
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[Article] Windows 11 Troubleshoot Second monitor not detected (Updated 2024) - Microsoft Q&A
the AMD autodect utility here: ... issues one fix that is working is to Roll back or Uninstall the Driver on the Display Device > Driver tab, restart PC to reinstall driver....
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/techsupport › windows 11, second monitor can't be detected, even when both monitors work independently.
r/techsupport on Reddit: Windows 11, Second monitor can't be detected, even when both monitors work independently.
February 15, 2023 -

My husband just built me a new PC and got Windows 11 downloaded on it. But it doesn't seem to be working with my dual monitor setup. I have two Lenovo monitors, one is connected via HDMI cable, the other connected via DVI cable. When just the HDMI monitor is connected, it works fine. When just the DVI monitor is connected, it works fine. But when I have both connected, only the DVI monitor works and the HDMI monitor can't be detected. I have a DVI port in the back of the computer that connects to the graphics card, and one that connect to the motherboard. Both ports work fine for displaying the DVI monitor, but it's just getting the HDMI monitor to work at the same time that's the issue.

I have tried updating drivers, they're all up to date. I have tried rolling back the drivers, no success. I have tried restarting multiple times and switching cables around. I have tried finding the monitor in the Intel Graphics Command Center, but it's not detected there either.

I see that this is a problem that many people have had all over the place online, but I can't seem to find an answer for what worked in resolving it.

SOLVED: I tried updating drivers via the Device Manager, but consistently got the message that they were up to date. So I ended up downloading GeForce Experience to check for drivers there. Sure enough, there were some drivers that automatically got installed. After installing, the second monitor got detected and started automatically.

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iTech Hacks
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How to Fix Windows 11 Not Detecting Second Monitor (10 Ways)
July 6, 2025 - As your Windows 11 desktop appears, ... run smoothly. If the second monitor is still not detected, try restarting your PC once more to ensure the changes take effect....
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SlashGear
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Windows 11 Not Detecting A Second Monitor? Here's How To Fix It - SlashGear
August 4, 2024 - In such cases, you can force Windows 11 to detect your secondary display manually via the Settings app. ... Press Windows + I on your keyboard to quickly open the Settings app. Select the System tab in the left pane and then click on Display.
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How-To Geek
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8 Fixes for a Second Monitor Not Detected on Windows
October 30, 2025 - For help, check out our guides ... Windows 11 computer. Some computers won't detect a monitor if it's plugged in after booting up. So a simple reboot can get things working as they should.
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Eleven Forum
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Second monitor cant get detected (I've tried almost everything) | Windows 11 Forum
July 1, 2023 - Have you tried another display port on GPU? If the monitor has a removable power cable, try another one just to be on the safe side. Also try a different AC plug. Do you have any problems with this monitor with the other monitor disconnected? ... Click to expand... it could be, but i am not sure why would the monitor work perfectly fine after it finally gets detected. ... Win 11 x 64 Home on PC .
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Driver Easy
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Fix Second Monitor Not Detected on Windows 11/10 [Solved] - Driver Easy
October 22, 2025 - When two monitors are connected to your Windows PC together, the refresh rate plays a vital role. Some graphics cards don’t support different refresh rates at the same time. So if the screen fresh rate of your two monitors is different, your second monitor probably can’t be detected. To address this, follow the steps below to make sure your monitor refresh rates are set to the same. ... 4) Click Display adapter properties for Display 1, then click Display adapter properties for Display 2.