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How to Change Resolution in Iracing

Learn how to change resolution in iRacing: a calm, beginner-friendly guide for iRacing beginners. Adjust display quickly to improve visuals, FPS, and comfort.

If you’ve ever launched iRacing and felt lost in the settings, you’re not alone. Changing resolution looks technical, but it’s a quick fix that instantly improves visuals and performance. In this calm, coach-like guide I’ll show exactly where to go and what to watch for — no jargon, just the steps.

Quick Answer: how to change resolution in iracing

Open the iRacing sim, go to Options → Graphics, find the Resolution dropdown, choose the display and resolution you want, set Fullscreen or Borderless, then Apply. If the resolution you want isn’t listed, check Windows display settings or your GPU control panel.

Why this matters for beginners

Many iRacing beginners don’t realize resolution affects clarity, field of view, and FPS. New to iRacing? Picking the right resolution makes steering easier, reduces eye strain, and helps the sim run smoothly. It’s one of the fastest iRacing tips that gives visible results without complex tweaking.

Simple step-by-step guide

  1. Launch iRacing and enter any session or test drive.
  2. Press Esc and choose Options → Graphics.
  3. Under Display or Resolution, pick the monitor and select the resolution (e.g., 1920×1080).
  4. Choose Fullscreen for lowest input lag or Borderless Windowed if you alt-tab often.
  5. Click Apply (you may need to confirm or restart the session to keep changes).

If you use multiple monitors or an ultrawide, ensure the chosen display matches your main monitor. For triple screens, select the combined display resolution shown.

Common mistakes (and fixes)

  • Mistake: Changing resolution while in a race and not restarting. Fix: Apply settings during practice or test and restart the session if required.
  • Mistake: Desktop scaling (Windows) hides resolutions. Fix: Set Windows scaling to 100% temporarily, then re-open iRacing.
  • Mistake: Resolution missing from list. Fix: Update GPU drivers, or add a custom resolution in your NVIDIA/AMD control panel.

Quick pro tips

  • Match the in-game resolution to your Windows desktop resolution for best image quality.
  • Use Fullscreen for competitive play (lowest latency); Borderless if you stream or multitask.
  • If FPS drops at higher resolutions, reduce in-game graphics details before lowering resolution.
  • For ultrawide or multi-monitor setups, use your GPU control panel to set bezel/canvas or eyefinity options first.
  • Keep GPU drivers updated — they often add or fix resolution support.

FAQs

Q: Can I change resolution during a race?
A: You can open Options, but changes might require session restart to apply safely without glitches.

Q: The resolution I want isn’t listed — what now?
A: Update GPU drivers, set that resolution in Windows display settings or GPU control panel, then restart iRacing.

Q: Should I use fullscreen or borderless?
A: Fullscreen lowers input lag (best for racing). Borderless is more convenient for multitasking or streaming.

Q: Will lowering resolution improve FPS?
A: Yes — fewer pixels means less GPU work. Balance resolution with graphics quality for the best feel.

Final takeaway: Changing resolution in iRacing is quick and powerful — try it in a practice session now. If something’s off, check Windows scaling and your GPU control panel. If you still need help, friendly iRacing communities (including Discord channels) can walk you through your exact monitor and GPU setup.