Any monitor in portrait orientation mode?

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I currently have duel monitor setup, one above another. I have a third party stand for this.

I'm considering getting one big monitor like a 32/40 inch monitor and use it in portrait position, replacing my 2 monitors.

Do I need to get a monitor to support Portrait mode or any monitor will support this?

Any monitor people recommend?
 
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Different monitors have different stands, so you’ll need to research that. Some can rotate, others fixed. You should be able to set orientation in any modern OS on the software side.

If you have deep enough pockets you could also consider the LG DualUp.
 
Any monitor should support the software aspect of portrait/rotate
Or if you mean do all monitor stands support portrait /rotate
not sure many over 27 inch rotate
As would need a stand that can extend higher to allow it

Though you can buy stands that allow portrait/rotate large monitors

Wasn't totally sure if you were asking about the stand
Or the being able to rotate the image
 
ultim said:
Do I need to get a monitor to support Portrait mode or any monitor will support this?

Any monitor people recommend?
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My understanding is the monitor must offer portrait mode functionality, not all can do it.

Brand-wise, then LG, Dell and Asus are my recommendations.

What is your main use for this setup?
 
Mcnumpty2323 said:
Any monitor should support the software aspect of portrait/rotate
Or if you mean do all monitor stands support portrait /rotate
not sure many over 27 inch rotate
As would need a stand that can extend higher to allow it

Though you can buy stands that allow portrait/rotate large monitors

Wasn't totally sure if you were asking about the stand
Or the being able to rotate the image
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Rotate the image. I've already got a stand which supports two 27inch monitors, vertically.
 
Rotating the image is down to operating system and graphics drivers usually. I’ve not noticed using an OS in the last 20 or so years that didn’t support that. Could be some edge cases though.

As for rotating the monitor, unless it comes with a really great stand that rotates nicely, usually you’re better off with getting a separate stand that gives the flexibility you want for your desk or wall. If not, you may want to look at Dell as they tend to cater more towards the corporate side and they often have stands that rotate 90 degrees in my experience. They will be more expensive than their cheaper consumer stuff.

I’m not sure about panel technology- wondering if rotating makes things like viewing angle more challenging and so perhaps IPS is best, especially if it’s mostly work anyway (although we don’t know what kind of work - spreadsheets or photo manipulation, for example).
 
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