secondary display Archives

AppWizard

November 30, 2025

Crazed gamer plays Minecraft using a receipt printer as a display — crippling 0.5 fps frame rate not even the biggest drawback

A YouTuber named Smilly is playing Minecraft using a printer as their display, resulting in a high-contrast, chaotic representation of the game. The printer's refresh rate is approximately 0.5 frames per second, making it difficult for Smilly to see the gameplay, leading to frustration. Despite the challenges, Smilly adapts to the black-and-white visuals, although navigating the game remains difficult. This unconventional use of technology reflects a trend in the gaming community where players experiment with unusual devices, showcasing creativity and humor.

Winsage

October 4, 2025

Windows 11’s Notification Center opens on secondary display, gets a clock and more

Windows 11's September 2025 Update (KB5065789) enhances the taskbar, particularly for users with multiple displays. The Notification Center can now open on secondary displays, improving workflow by allowing access to notifications, calendar, and Do Not Disturb settings directly from either screen. Previously, the Notification Center only launched on the primary display when using Extend mode, which was inconvenient for productivity. The update also allows users to right-click the system tray clock to access Date and Time settings and Notification preferences. Additionally, users can enable a full clock display in the Notification Center and collapse the Calendar for a more compact view. This update is available for both Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 versions.