Fix: Windows 11 Not Recognizing 4K TV

Windows 11 is the latest OS update from Microsoft. It has a completely new interface and comes along with a wide array of additional features. To name a few, now you can enjoy Android applications on Windows without using any third-party platform. Overall, it’s a great upgrade over its predecessor, Windows 10. But like any other Windows released to date, it has its own shares of cons. And in this post we will talk about one of the many cons that are troubling the users – Windows 11 not recognizing 4K TV.

This problem is mainly happening with users who have recently downloaded the latest Windows 11 regular update. But fortunately, it is a very common problem and can easily be fixed. Having a 4k TV as the secondary monitor gives you an upper hand over the other Windows user. It helps you to view more items while you are working. You can also use it to watch your favorite movies and TV shows in the best quality possible.

It’s a cakewalk to set 4k TV with Windows 11. But sometimes the mentioned problem can make the process look way more complicated. That’s said, let’s check out different workarounds you can try to fix Windows 11 not recognizing 4k TV.

Reasons Behind Windows 11 Not Recognizing 4K TV

They can be multiple reasons because of which Windows 11 is not able to recognize 4k TV. But among all, below-mentioned are some of the most common reasons triggering the problem.

1. A faulty HDMI port is one of the main reasons because of which Windows is not able to recognize your 4k TV.
2. Similarly, a damaged HDMI cable will struggle to pass the signal, and it will eventually result in the mentioned problem.
3. The misplaced Windows 11 display output settings can also trigger Windows 11 not recognizing 4k TV problem.
4. If you haven’t updated the video graphics card for a long time, you are most likely to face the mentioned problem.
5. Similarly, a corrupted graphics driver can also trigger the problem.

The reason sounds very technical, don’t they? But fret not, doesn’t matter how technical they sound, it’s very easy to get rid of them. So, without any further ado, let’s check out different workarounds to fix Windows 11 not recognizing 4k TV problem.

Fix: Windows 11 Not Recognizing 4K TV

Here a different fixes you can try to get rid of the mentioned problem.

Fix 1: Plugin Different HDMI Port

Doesn’t matter, how obvious this workaround may seem, but in reality, it is the best way to fix the problem you are currently facing. It might be the case that the HDMI port in which you are plugging the cables has been damaged, as a result, both devices are struggling to share the signals. Furthermore, many users have also reported that the problem was fixed by just changing the HDMI port.

So, plug out the cables from the current HDMI port on your monitor, and replug it in a different port. Now, check if Windows 11 is recognising your 4k TV or not. If not, move on to the next workaround.

Fix 2: Try New HDMI Cable

Similar to an HDMI port, a damaged HDMI cable can also trigger the problem. It might be the case that the HDMI cable you are using to establish the connection has been damaged due to some reason. And it is eventually resulting in the mentioned problem.

So, look for any torn and tear on the HDMI cable you are using. If found, try to fix it using cello tape. However, if it can’t be fixed, try a new HDMI cable. Check if the problem is fixed or not. If not, continue with the article.

Fix 3: Adjust Windows 11 Display Output Settings

If you have misplaced display output settings on Windows 11, then you are most likely to deal with windows 11 not recognizing 4k TV problem. In fact, the wrong settings will not even allow your system to detect the monitor. In order to fix the problem, you will have to adjust the Windows 11 display output settings. So, here are the steps you need to follow to get the work done.

1. Right-click on the blank space of the desktop and select the “Display Settings” option.
2. Make sure that the PC and the 4k TV are connected to each other via the HDMI cable. After that, turn on the 4k TV.
3. In the Display window, scroll down and select the “multiple displays” option.
4. Click on the “Detect” option present next to detect other displays.
5. Now, Windows 11 will look for any other device that is connected to the system. In this case, it will try to detect the 4k TV.
6. Now again head back to your Windows 11 desktop.
7. Right-click on the blank screen of the desktop and select the “Graphics Properties” option. The graphics properties option will only be available if your system features an Intel Graphics card. In case, it has any other graphics card like NVIDIA, it will have the “NVIDIA Control Panel” option. But the next steps will be similar in almost all the graphics cards.
8. In the graphics control panel, select the display option.
9. Now in the “Select Display” section click on the drop-down arrow. It will contain different display that is connected to the system.
10. Select your 4k TV from the list of options.
11. Scroll down and click on “save settings”.

That’s it. Now check if Windows 11 not recognizing 4k TV problem is fixed or not.

Fix 4: Download Latest Display Adaptors

If you haven’t downloaded the latest driver update of the display adaptors for a long time, then you are most likely to face the mentioned problem. Windows keep on releasing driver updates to keep the system away from different errors. So, it’s essential to keep on updating drivers of all the available devices at regular intervals. Nevertheless, here are the steps you need to follow to download the latest driver update for the display adaptor.

1. Press the Windows key to open the Start Menu.

2. In the search bar, type “Device Manager” and press enter.
3. The device manager window will pop up.
4. Expand the “Display Adaptor” option by double-tapping on it.
5. Now, right-click on the Intel HD Graphics, and select Update Driver.
   
6. Lastly, choose the “Search automatically for driver” option to initiate the update process.

Once you are done with the process, restart your Windows 11, and try to connect your 4k TV with it. Check if the problem is gone or not.

Fix 5: Uninstall Graphics Driver

Like applications and programs, Drivers are also prone to bugs and glitches. It might be the case that the graphics driver has been corrupted due to some reason. To fix it, you will have to uninstall the graphics Driver. So, here are the steps you need to follow to uninstall the graphics driver.

1. Press Windows + X key simultaneously, and select “Device Manager” from the list of options.
2. Double-tap on Display Adaptors to expand the option.
3. Right-click on the available graphics driver, and select “Properties”.
4. In the Properties window, head towards the “Driver” section.
5. Select the “Uninstall Device” option.
   

Now restart your Windows 11 PC. Upon restarting, Windows 11 will automatically start downloading the graphic driver. After the download process is complete, check if the problem is gone or not. If not, move to the last workaround.

Fix 6: Download Latest Windows 11

Not being able to connect 4K TV is a very major problem for windows 11. If it’s being caused by any kind of bug, then it won’t take long before developers will fix the problem. So, keep on checking for any available updates for Windows 11. Here are the steps you need to follow to check for any available Windows 11 updates.

1. Press Windows + I Shortcut key to open Windows 11 Settings.
2. Click on the “Windows Update” option present at the left panel of the screen.
3. Lastly, click on “Check for updates”.
   

Now, Windows 11 will look for any available software patch update. If found, it will automatically fix it.

Final Words

This was how to fix Windows 11 not recognizing 4K TV. Let us know if the problem is solved or not. Moreover, you can also check out our other Windows 11 guide to solve different errors revolving around the latest Microsoft operating system.