Nov 02, 2023
2024
Overview: If your Lenovo 500e Chromebook's screen is rotated and causing display issues, this article provides step-by-step instructions to correct the screen orientation.
Solution:
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Keyboard Shortcut:
- Hold down the "Ctrl" and "Shift" keys simultaneously.
- While holding them, press the "Refresh" key (typically located in the top row with circular arrow icon).
- The screen should rotate to the default landscape orientation.
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Access Display Settings:
- Click on the time in the bottom-right corner to open the system menu.
- Select the gear-shaped "Settings" icon.
- Scroll down and click on "Advanced" to reveal additional settings.
- Click on "Display."
- Locate the "Rotation" dropdown menu and select the desired orientation (usually "0 degrees" for landscape).
- Confirm your choice.
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Rotating with Touchscreen:
- If you have a touchscreen Chromebook, you can rotate the screen by swiping down from the top right corner to open the quick settings menu.
- Tap the "Screen rotation" icon to cycle through portrait and landscape modes.
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Restart Chromebook:
- Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve screen rotation issues.
- Click on your profile picture in the bottom-right corner.
- Select the power button and then "Restart."