How to Connect a Windows 8 Laptop to a Projector

Hooking up your Windows laptop is a great way to give a presentation, show off images, or even watch a movie on a bigger screen. And with Windows 8, it couldn't be easier.

Follow these steps and have your screen shown through a projector in a just a few minutes. (As long as you have the right cords and inputs, that is!)

Note: You can skip going through Control Panel by using a shortcut – simply press the Windows Key + P.

1. With the projector turned on, plug the cable into the laptop.

(The connections will depend both on your laptop and the projector. Most laptops will have a VGA or DVI port, but few will have both. Some projectors will have a USB option. Choose the best option for you, or use whichever cables are required to connect.)

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2. Open the Control Panel by typing “Control” into the search bar and selecting the option below.

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3. In the search box on the Control Panel, type “Projector”, and then click on Connect To A Projector.

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4. Select one of the options for how your desktop will be displayed.

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5. Your display will now appear through the projector. Easy!

(If you have any problems check all connections and ensure that Windows 8 has recognized the hardware.)