How to set a Different Desktop Background for Each Monitor in Windows 8

Description: This article will show you the steps to take to have your Windows 8 show a different desktop image for each monitor.

  1. Right click on the desktop and choose Personalize.
    Desktop Properties, Personalize
  2. When the Personalize screen comes up click on Desktop Background.
    Personalization, Desktop Background
  3. Right click on the image you want for monitor 1, then select Set for monitor 1.
    Set Background for Monitor 1
  4. Right-click on the image you want for monitor 2, then select Set for monitor 2. Continue for as many monitors as you have.
    et Background for Monitor 2
  5. Click on Save Changes.
    Save Changes

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