Are you using a high DPI monitor and finding that the icons in SAMSON appear much smaller than they should? If so, you’re not alone, and there’s a quick fix for this issue! High DPI displays are becoming increasingly common because they offer better image quality and sharper text, but some applications may require adjustments to render correctly. Let’s walk through the steps to correct small icons in SAMSON on a Windows system.
Why Does This Happen?
Modern high-resolution monitors can cause scaling issues when applications are not optimized for high DPI settings. These settings impact the size of UI elements such as buttons, icons, and menus. If scaling isn’t adjusted, applications might look too small or difficult to navigate.
How to Adjust DPI Settings for SAMSON
Follow these steps to resolve the small icon problem in SAMSON:
Step 1: Open SAMSON Properties
Locate the SAMSON executable program on your computer. Right-click on it and select Properties from the context menu to open the properties window. Navigate to the Compatibility tab in the properties window.
Step 2: Adjust the High DPI Settings
- Click the Change high DPI settings button in the Compatibility tab.
- In the pop-up window, check the option for Override high DPI scaling behavior.
- From the Scaling performed by dropdown menu, select System. This tells Windows to handle scaling, making icons, menus, and other UI elements appropriately sized for high DPI displays.
Step 3: Restart SAMSON
Close the SAMSON application if it is running and relaunch it. You should now notice that the icons have scaled up and are easier to see and use on your high-resolution monitor.
Final Remarks
Adjusting the high DPI settings for SAMSON only takes a few minutes and can significantly improve your experience working on high-resolution monitors. If you’re encountering issues beyond scaling, SAMSON offers a troubleshooting page for common problems.
We hope these steps make your modeling workflows smoother and more productive!
Learn more about troubleshooting tips for SAMSON on the official documentation page: here.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. Get SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.