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Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by Darkphibre »

tuvan wrote: post #49
jcims wrote: post #34

Earlier quoted context omitted.

Are there any window managers that let you set some kind of 'snap zones' so that you can easily tile screens without fiddling? That's my main issue with large screens vs a plurality of smaller ones.

Microsoft PowerToys is pretty great for windows

Specifically, the FancyZones utility. I was just showing this to a guest I was hosting and blowing their minds. You can setup multiple patterns per monitor depending on a given workflow, snap windows with shortcuts or shift-dragging with the mouse, and even tab between windows in the same 'pane'.

https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/powertoys/fancyzone...

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by curiousgal »

jcims wrote: post #34
wongarsu wrote: post #28

I find panning my eyes left and right to other monitors more natural than up and down, and I think most ergonomics experts would agree. As such a 32:9 widescreen seems preferable to a 16:8. But if you are pressed for space, either because of small desks or because of everything else going on on your desk (people who work not only in the virtual world) this seems like a great compromise.

Are there any window managers that let you set some kind of 'snap zones' so that you can easily tile screens without fiddling? That's my main issue with large screens vs a plurality of smaller ones.

If you have a Dell monitor you can use Dell Display Manager.

https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000060112/what-is-d...

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by anotherhue »

akdor1154 wrote: post #21
user_7832 wrote: post #18

On a similar note, does anyone know of a squarish monitor that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, and preferably has a good color gamut coverage? There was an 1920*1920 monitor ( https://www.inputmag.com/reviews/square-monitor-eizo-flexsca... ) but that's over 1k USD :( There are other nice displays like Huawei's Mateview at 3000*2000 but nothing costs less than ~550-600$/€. It's a bit of a pity because you can get a dec…

Last time i looked you can still pick up the odd 4:3 1280*1024 dell ips on ebay, i have one as a secondary and it works quite well.

There are some NECs that go better, 1600x1200

https://th.nec.com/en_TH/product/display/multisync/lcd2090ux...

Manufactured as late as 2010, especially the MedView series.

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by zamadatix »

xdfgh1112 wrote: post #2

How does this compare to two regular monitors stacked on a monitor stand?

From someone that does a 3x2 setup I'll add one downside: on my split setup I run the bottom row 90 degrees from the desk while the upper ones are angled down and slightly so that both are viewed straight on when glanced at. Not having a physical split like this makes it so the top and bottom will always seem angled.

I suppose if it were curved it'd solve that problem but then it would come with assumptions about how far away you sit and create new problems like glare streaks.

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by saaaaaam »

user_7832 wrote: post #18

On a similar note, does anyone know of a squarish monitor that doesn't cost an arm and a leg, and preferably has a good color gamut coverage? There was an 1920*1920 monitor ( https://www.inputmag.com/reviews/square-monitor-eizo-flexsca... ) but that's over 1k USD :( There are other nice displays like Huawei's Mateview at 3000*2000 but nothing costs less than ~550-600$/€. It's a bit of a pity because you can get a dec…

The Huawei Mateview is exceptional. I was bothered by the price but eventually got one on sale. It’s so good I’m buying another at full price. (Unless it comes on sale again!)

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by js2 »

nickjj wrote: post #52
js2 wrote: post #33

I've been using a 32" 16:9 4K monitor (BenQ BL3201PH) for years. The biggest improvement I've made recently was putting it on a proper monitor arm. OMG, what a sea change being able to raise, lower, bring forward, push back the monitor throughout the day. I have a fixed standing desk with a tall bar-stool type chair I use for resting at times. I'm 50, but even with glasses I use just for editing (they are optimized f…

Do you run your 32" 4k monitor at 100% native scaling? If so how far away do you keep the monitor from your eyes?

I don't run it 100%. I run it at 3360 x 1890, once click down in the Mac display preference pane from native. It's apparently 114%/122ppi according to [1] (not my monitor, but it's an equivalent size/resolution).

The front of the monitor is 24" from my nose.

1. https://www.eizoglobal.com/support/compatibility/dpi_scaling...

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by redcalx »

spiffytech wrote: post #74
redcalx wrote: post #55

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> I recline while I work Can you elaborate on this? Sounds like it might be a way to limit back strain? Do you have a desk at all?

I work at a desk, lean my chair back, and use a footrest. Here's the one I'm using now: https://amazon.com/gp/product/B07PWT8X6K/ My desk has a keyboard tray so I can keep my chair low, and I'd want something taller if I had to raise my chair. For me, this totally eliminates back strain from working. I've also got a friend who uses a La-Z-Boy in his home office, with his laptop connected to the TV. He can't say enoug…

Interesting, thanks. Is your chair anything special? I'm guessing it has a high back for head support?

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by lvass »

4ad wrote: post #72
lvass wrote: post #58

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>Linux+UP3218K, but it requires Nvidia graphics Care to explain? I found some articles from 2017 claiming AMD cards can display 8k60fps.

It didn't work a couple of years ago, at least in Linux, with the open source driver. I don't know what the situation is nowadays.

Fixed in linux 5.5(jan 2020) according to a phoronix article.

Re: LG 28-inch 16:18 DualUp Monitor

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Post by 4ad »

lvass wrote: post #88
4ad wrote: post #72

Earlier quoted context omitted.

It didn't work a couple of years ago, at least in Linux, with the open source driver. I don't know what the situation is nowadays.

Fixed in linux 5.5(jan 2020) according to a phoronix article.

That is excellent to hear! I really, really want a Linux workstation using Dell UP3218K. Sadly so few people have this monitor, and even fewer use Linux, that it's quite the financial gamble to know what actually works and what doesn't. I could return the monitor, of course, but then I end up with a newly bought machine without any display I could use...
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