The problem could be with loosely connected hardware, the display adapter driver, or a recent Windows Update which messed up the settings.
Your PC can’t project to another screen
Try the following solutions sequentially to resolve the problem:
1] Check the hardware cable connections
Before proceeding, check the hardware connection. The cables should be connected tightly and in the correct ports. Make sure no pin is missing from the ports. You might also consider changing the wires if they look damaged.
2] Run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter
The Hardware and Devices troubleshooter checks for changes and problems with the hardware connections and associated drivers. It corrects the issues of possible. Windows 10 Windows 11 Alternatively, you can open the command prompt, then type or copy and paste the command below and hit Enter to launch the Hardware Troubleshooter: Run it and see if it helps. Read: Projecting to this PC option is greyed out in Windows
3] Update the display adapter drivers
If the problem is with the display adapter drivers, updating them could help in resolving the issue. To update the Graphics Driver: Restart the system once done. You could also consider downloading the display drivers from the manufacturer’s website and installing them. There are multiple ways to update Drivers in Windows 11/10.
4] Reinstall Display Hardware
Under Device Manager, you can choose to Uninstall the device completely. Once done, restart the computer. Windows will automatically detect the device, and install the driver again using Windows update.
5] Replace Graphics Card
The last resort is where nothing works, and the only way out is to change your graphics card. However, make sure to consult with an expert before going ahead. We hope one of these fixes helps you resolve the Your PC can’t project to another screen error. Let us know which one worked for you.
