how to find dead pixels

semajjames · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:02

hi

what is the best way to test a monitor for dead pixels

and also i have heard tell that some dead pixels can be fixed with softwear is this correct

also i heard the some dead pixels can be fixed by rubbing with a cloth has this got any truth in it

cheers

ElliottJames · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:03

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=How+to+check+a+monitor+for+dead+pixels

semajjames · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:17

mmmm

i did google it

but i generaly come to places i trust to find out stuff

that way i dont end up wasting my time on unprofesional stuff

cheers though

nosluom · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:23

i find jscreenfix is the best mate - http://www.jscreenfix.com/

It's free to check whether you have any stuck or dead pixels with the software then it's £1.99 to run the fixing section if you find you have any. The good thing is the money can be instantly refunded through the software if it doesnt work for you

nosluom · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:26

just to add by the way, if the pixel is black or dark grey then it's a dead pixel. If it's white then it's a hot pixel. I find most of the time it's pretty much a given that you're not going to fix these. If the pixel is showing red blue or green then its a stuck pixel and can quite often be fixed with that software or even by gently rubbing it to reset the pixel

Deleted member 77746 · 7 Dec 2011 at 18:43

The best way to find a dead pixel is look for the dot.