Computer help: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs
How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs
by Eyebog - 4/18/08 10:32 AMI always encounter graphic remnants of previous programs to stagnate in the desktop. Especially when I'm doing multi-tasking; after closing one program, a shadow of the graphic of the previous program is still in my desktop. In order to remove this is,I reset again the display properties and that makes again the screen of my desktop clean. I try to maximize the LCD monitor's screen resolution to 1680 x 1050. Tried several times to use the 1024 x 768 but the same problem occurs.
I am using Gigabyte motherboard S series,Windows XP, Intel P4 Hyperthreading 3Ghz, 2GB RAM, ATI Radeon HD2600 XT video card, 2 hard drives - 1-160GB, 1-250GB, AOC 22" LCD monitor.
I am puzzled with this problem, can somebody please help me. Thanks
seems that
by jconner - 4/18/08 12:22 PM In reply to: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs by Eyebogyou have either a refresh rate problem (too slow) or incompatibility between graphics card and LCD monitor. Also how old is the monitor? If you run these programs constantly and leave them on the screen for long periods of time they will eventually burn in and ghost.
If this is something new, then checking driver changes or screen properties that changed (screen saver effects, appearances effects)might be the cause.
I'd start
by Jimmy Greystone - 4/18/08 12:45 PM In reply to: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs by EyebogI'd start by updating your graphics drivers. This sounds like a simple delayed repaint request. You could try simply hitting "F5" at the desktop, or right clicking and selecting "Refresh", which will probably achieve much the same result in the short term.
No offense to the other poster, but there really is no such thing as an incompatibility between a monitor and video card these days. Maybe once long ago in the dark days of DOS when a screen resolution of 320x240 meant you had a real top of the line system, but not anymore.
Anyway, start by making sure you're running the latest version of the video drivers for your card, and see if that resolves the problem. If not, post back and other things can be suggested.
No offense taken
by jconner - 4/18/08 4:38 PM In reply to: I'd start by Jimmy GreystoneHowever screen refresh rates often need to be set to match some cards with different monitors rather than just the 75Hz default. That's why they provide multiple selectable rates with the Graphics card drivers.
Check your cable
by warpete - 4/18/08 7:34 PM In reply to: I'd start by Jimmy GreystoneWow! I haven't heard about this kind of problem in years! Indeed, it used to be caused by a "refresh rate" issue, paired with a CRT monitor--which could have burn-in, by the way. Now days, this is not usually the case. It doesn't really sound like a driver to me either, but you should check for the latest drivers anyway. What it does sound like to me ---is a faulty (or failing) cable. Perhaps the cable isn't plugged is tightly, or is crimped somewhere. I think cables are the last thing we think of, but they can fail just like anything else. I would try to replace the cable (or borrow one)--use the DVI and not analog interface, and see if that fixes your problem. If not, we move on to the next step.
Thanks Jimmy
by Eyebog - 4/22/08 7:15 AM In reply to: I'd start by Jimmy GreystoneThank you Jimmy for responding to my query.
What I did is to visit the Display Properties/Settings of my desktop and it shows two monitor icons. I selected the secondary monitor icon and used the 1680 x 1050 resolution. I am observing the LCD monitor now and it seems the problem of those remnant graphics in my desktop are gone. May be for awhile, I don't know.
I'll keep you posted what ever happens.
Thanks again.
Eyebog
This is certainly a long shot
by Dango517 - 4/19/08 2:43 PM In reply to: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs by Eyebogbut it sounds like your system is so clogged up it can't hold any more. Clean it up.
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by Dango517 - 4/19/08 6:47 PM In reply to: This is certainly a long shot by Dango517onboard video
by James Denison - 4/19/08 5:36 PM In reply to: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs by EyebogSome of the Gigabyte S boards have onboard video which can run concurrent for a second monitor when you are using an ATI card for the first monitor. If there is no second monitor hooked up, maybe there's some bleed over effect going on. If it does have onboard video, then make sure it is turned off in the BIOS. Access BIOS at startup, look for message on screen, probably the "Del" key.
Right after I responded to this post
by Dango517 - 4/20/08 3:10 PM In reply to: How to remove graphic remnants of previous programs by EyebogI had a few of these show up right here on Cnet. Little black specks that created an image of a previous post, sort of an overlay. Weird, must be those "gremlins in the machine".
http://youtube.com/watch?v=-fZEzszH5Ok
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