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Can You Split Ultrawide Monitor Into Two? How to Do It

Bhishu AcharyaBy Bhishu AcharyaSeptember 26, 2022
split ultrawide monitor

Ultrawide monitors provide more screen space and are ideal for splitting the display into two. Interestingly, you can even connect multiple systems on the same monitor and use them side by side.

Well, splitting the ultrawide monitor into two gives you the advantage of multitasking. For instance, you can play a game on the left side of your screen and perform any of your other tasks, like photo editing, document preparation, and even play another game on the right. This can be achieved by using two computers on one monitor or splitting the screen to accommodate separate windows.

Generally, we use the Picture-by-Picture mode to split ultrawide monitor into two. However, if you just want to split the windows, there are built-in tools, or you could even use Microsoft PowerToys. In this article, we will guide you on how to do each of them using simple steps.

Table of Contents

  • How to Split Ultrawide Monitor Into Two Systems?
    • Connect Different Systems Using Right Adapters
    • Enable Picture-By-Picture Mode
    • Configure Display Settings
    • Use KVM Switch or Dual Controller Software
  • How Can I Split Windows in Ultrawide Monitor?
    • Drag & Drop to the Screen Edge 
    • Using Snap Layout Feature [On Windows 11]
    • Using Shortcut Keys
    • Using Microsoft PowerToys

How to Split Ultrawide Monitor Into Two Systems?

Splitting the ultrawide monitor into two systems is possible using the Picture-by-Picture feature. Basically, this mode is available on most brands, allowing you to separate the screen into two parts based on the display resolution you set.

Interestingly, you can connect two different systems in a single ultrawide monitor and place them side by side. Well, this can be your computer, Playstation, Xbox, or any other console. Given below is a comprehensive guide on how you can achieve it.

Connect Different Systems Using Right Adapters

The first step is to connect both your systems to the ultrawide monitor using the right cables and adapters. Well, you can use HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, or even USB-C cables for displaying your content:

  1. Firstly, check and get suitable cables for your systems and the monitor. 
  2. Next, connect the first end of the cable to the input port of your ultrawide monitor and the second end to the output port of the computer or console you’re trying to display.
    connect two systems to a single ultrawide monitor
  3. Now, take another cable and repeat the same process.

Enable Picture-By-Picture Mode

Once you have connected both your systems to the ultrawide monitor, it’s time for you to enable the Picture-By-Picture mode. This can be done using the display menu of your monitor:

  1. Press the menu button, which is generally located in the bottom part.
  2. Once the menu appears, navigate to the PIP/PBP option.
    pbp option in display menu
  3. Next, choose the PIP/PBP Mode and ensure it is turned on.
    turn on pbp mode
  4. Then, adjust the aspect ratio as per the availability.
    adjust aspect ratio
  5. Also, ensure that you have chosen the right screen based on the cable you’ve used.
    set the right screen based on the cable used
  6. Now, wait until your monitor splits the screen into two separate displays.

Configure Display Settings

Although your ultrawide monitor is now split into two sections, you may still be unsatisfied with its configuration. 

Firstly, you may notice that the display resolution of your secondary system doesn’t sync with the monitor, displaying black empty spaces around it, or the display is cut off at the edges. To ensure that they align well, here’s what you need to do:

  1. Press Windows + I to launch the Settings app on your secondary system.
  2. Next, go to System and choose Display.
  3. Under Scale & layout, expand the Display resolution drop-down and set a higher resolution supported by your ultrawide monitor.
    change display resolution
  4. Now, your display should turn black and adapt to your recent change. To save the configuration, press the Keep Changes button.
    keep changes button
  5. If your second display still doesn’t sync, try another display resolution until you are satisfied.

However, if you’re using the ultrawide monitor as an external display for your laptop, you may wish to change the position of your extended screens. To do so, please follow the below instructions step by step:

  1. Right-click anywhere on your desktop screen and select Display settings.
  2. Once the Settings window opens, you’ll notice two displays numbered 1 and 2. If you’re unsure about which is the primary display, you can simply click on the Identify button.
  3. Now, drag screen 1, take it to the appropriate position, and drop it.
    adjust display
  4. Finally, click the Apply button, and you should see that your primary and secondary monitors are swapped.
    click apply button

Use KVM Switch or Dual Controller Software

Using two systems in a single ultrawide monitor is fun, but you may face a serious issue – your input devices will function only on your primary system. 

Well, you don’t face this issue when connecting consoles, as they utilize their own controllers. But, this problem often occurs when you’re trying to display two PC contents on the display device.

Thus, we recommend using a KVM switch or dual controller software to avoid this difficulty. Basically, these programs assist you in controlling the same input devices on both systems simultaneously.

Interestingly, there are several KVM switch software available online. Nonetheless, we recommend using Microsoft’s Mouse Without Borders to link your input devices connected to one system to another:

  1. First of all, download the installation file and install it on both of your systems.
  2. Next, launch the application on your primary system, and on the startup page, choose No.
    mouse without borders select no
  3. Now, you will be taken to a screen providing you with the security code and your computer’s name.
    note security code and computer name
  4. Then, launch the Mouse Without Borders app on your secondary system.
  5. This time, choose Yes to confirm that you have already installed the app on your other computer.
    mouse without borders select yes
  6. Now, input the security code and the other computer’s name and click the Link button.
    input security code and other computer name
  7. Finally, you can use your input devices on both systems simultaneously.

How Can I Split Windows in Ultrawide Monitor?

Well, if you’re not planning to use two different systems but are opting for splitting just your windows for multitasking, it’s quite easy to do it on any ultrawide monitor. 

Hence, this section includes the quick ways to split screens on Windows-based ultrawide monitors.

Drag & Drop to the Screen Edge 

The first idea to split two windows is manually placing one to the left and another to the right. Here’s the correct way to do it:

  1. Press and hold the desired window’s titlebar. 
  2. Keep dragging it to the left or right part of the screen until you see a rectangular picture of how your window fits.
    drag until you see a rectangular picture
  3. Release it, and your window snaps well to that part of the screen.
  4. Now, choose your other window in the adjacent part of the display.
    choose another app in the right

However, the drag-and-drop feature won’t work if the Snap windows feature is disabled. Below is the detailed guide on how you can enable it:

  1. Launch Settings and move to System > Multitasking.
    system multitasking
  2. Then, toggle on the Snap windows option.
    toggle on snap windows
  3. Now, repeat the drag-and-drop steps as explained earlier. It should work just fine.

Using Snap Layout Feature [On Windows 11]

If you’re on Windows 11, there’s a much easier option to split your screen. Go through the below guideline to learn how you can use the split screen feature:

  1. Hover your mouse pointer on the maximize button.
  2. Now, you should notice multiple split screen options. So, choose the one you like.
    hover mouse pointer in maximize button
    For example, if you’re splitting the ultrawide monitor into two, choose the first one. This will snap your window to the left part of the screen.
  3. Next, choose your desired application on the right side.

Note: If you do not see the snap layout while hovering over the maximize button, you’ll need to enable the Snap windows option from Windows Settings. Also, ensure that the Show snap layouts when I hover over a window’s maximize button is checked.

Using Shortcut Keys

Another alternative to splitting screens on Windows is using the shortcut keys. All you have to do is:

  1. Open any application on your ultrawide monitor.
  2. Now, use the Windows + Left/Right arrows to take the window to the left or right as desired.
    windows and left arrow keys
  3. Once the first window is in place, you can easily select the other from the right side.

Using Microsoft PowerToys

Indeed, splitting the screen is not at all a problem on an ultrawide monitor. But one thing is for sure you won’t get an option to choose your desired aspect ratio using the default Windows features.

Moreover, if you’re not using an older version of Windows, you’re also missing the snap layout feature that automatically maintains and splits the screen. However, if you’re looking for advanced options, you can use some third-party tools.

Well, we recommend using Microsoft’s PowerToys which is free to use and provides everything you crave for. Go through the below steps to get an idea of how you can split the ultrawide monitor into two or even multiple screens:

  1. First, download and install the Microsoft PowerToys app from the Microsoft Store.
    install microsoft powertoys
  2. Once it has been installed, expand the system tray from the bottom-right corner of the screen. Here, choose the Microsoft PowerToys icon.
  3. After the PowerToys Settings window pops up, select FancyZones from the left panel.
    select fancyzones from the left panel
  4. Next, toggle on the feature if it is disabled.
    enable fancyzones
  5. Under Editor, click on the Launch layout editor button.
    launch layout editor
  6. Now, you can select any outline from the Template section. Alternatively, you can choose the Create new layout option and create a grid based on your desired aspect ratio.
    create new layout
  7. Press the Save & Apply button to save your custom template.
    custom layout fancyzones
  8. Now, open any desired window and drag it, holding the Shift key.
  9. Then, simply place the window in the desired section. 
  10. Again, open another application and place it in the next section exactly as you did earlier.
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Bhishu Acharya is a technical content writer at TechNewsToday. He specializes in monitors, laptops, storage devices, and other peripherals. Apart from computer hardware, you can also find his how-to and troubleshooting articles on Windows, internet, security, and networking. Ever since getting his hands on a personal computer, Bhishu started exploring its internal components at just 10. His growing curiosity led him to undertake the Computer Science & Information Technology degree and is just a year away from graduation. While balancing his study and work life for over four years, he has harnessed different sets of technical skills. With his expertise, he is now dedicated to helping netizens looking for hardware and software-related fixes. Today, Bhishu’s proficiency extends beyond computer hardware. In his spare time, he enjoys coding and learning new programming languages. You can contact him at bhishu@technewstoday.com

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