Change Screen Resolution for An Ubuntu VM in Hyper-V

In today’s world, many people use virtual machines (VMs) to run different operating systems on one computer. Microsoft Hyper-V is a tool that helps you create and run these VMs, especially on Windows Server. However, when using Ubuntu on a VM in Hyper-V, the screen resolution might not fit your monitor properly, making it harder to use. This guide will show you easy steps to change the screen resolution on your Ubuntu VM in Hyper-V so you can work more comfortably and clearly.

How to Change Screen Resolution for an Ubuntu VM on Hyper-V

To improve your experience and change the screen resolution of your Ubuntu VM on Hyper-V, follow these simple steps:

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1. Log in with Admin Rights: Make sure you are logged into your system as a user with sudo or root permissions.
2. Edit the GRUB Settings:
   • Open a terminal and edit the GRUB settings by typing:

     sudo vim /etc/default/grub 
     

   • Find the line that says GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT and change it to:

      
     
     GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT="quiet splash video=hyperv_fb:1366x768" 
      
     

     Change ‘1366×768’ to the resolution that works best for your computer.

3. Update GRUB and Install Extra Drivers:
   • Update the GRUB settings by typing:

     sudo update-grub 
     

   • Install extra drivers to improve performance by typing:

     sudo apt install linux-image-extra-virtual 
     

4. Restart Your System:
   • Restart your system by typing:

     sudo reboot 
     

   • After restarting, log in and switch to full-screen mode to check the new screen resolution.

Following these steps will allow you to fully use the display features of Ubuntu on Hyper-V, making your experience smoother and more productive.

Check Your New Screen Resolution

Now, make sure the screen resolution on your Ubuntu VM has been updated on Hyper-V.

Conclusion

Changing the screen resolution of your Ubuntu VM on Hyper-V can make your work more comfortable and productive. By following these steps, you can easily adjust the display settings to fit your needs. Whether you need a higher resolution for certain applications or simply want a clearer display, these changes will help you get the best experience from your virtual machine on Windows Server. Keep this guide for future use if you need to adjust your display settings again.