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Dell E2020H Dell Display Manager User’s Guide

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The Dell Display Manager User's Guide covers the E1920H, E2020H, E2220H, E2420H, E2420HS, E2720H, and E2720HS monitor models (Rev. A00, January 2020). It documents the Windows application for managing single or multiple Dell monitors, including Quick Settings Dialog for manual image adjustment, basic display function configuration, assigning preset modes to specific applications, Easy Arrange window organization, multiple video input management, application position restoration, and energy conse

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Dell E1920H/E2020H/E2220H/ E2420H/E2420HS/E2720H/ E2720HS

Dell Display Manager User’s Guide

Monitor model: E1920H/E2020H/E2220H/E2420H/E2420HS/E2720H/E2720HS Regulatory model: E1920Hf, E2020Hb,E2220Hf, E2220Ho, E2420Hf, E2420Ho, E2420HSf, E2720Hb, E2720HSb

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Page 1 Dell E1920H/E2020H/E2220H/ E2420H/E2420HS/E2720H/ E2720HS Dell Display Manager User’s Guide Monitor model: E1920H/E2020H/E2220H/E2420H/E2420HS/E2720H/E2720HS Regulatory model: E1920Hf, E2020Hb,E2220Hf...
Page 2 NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. © 2019 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks ...
Page 3 Contents Overview ................................................................... 4 Using the Quick Settings Dialog ..................................5 Setting Basic Display Functions ...............
Page 4 Overview Dell Display Manager is a Microsoft Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of monitors. It enables manual adjustment of the displayed image, assignment of automatic settings,...
Page 5 Using the Quick Settings Dialog Click the Dell Display Manager’s notification tray icon to open the Quick Settings dialog box. When more than one supported Dell model is connected to the computer, a s...
Page 6 Setting Basic Display Functions You can select Manual Mode that enables you to manually select a preset mode or select Auto Mode that applies a preset mode based on the active application. An on-scree...
Page 7 Assigning Preset Modes to Applications The Auto Mode tab allows you to associate a specific Preset Mode with a specific application, and apply it automatically. When Auto Mode is enabled, Dell Display...
Page 8 Organizing Windows with Easy Arrange Easy Arrange helps you to effectively organize your application windows on the desktop. You first choose a pre-defined layout pattern which suits your work, then y...
Page 9 E1920H/E2020H/E2220H/E2420H/E2420HS/E2720H/E2720HS If you are using multiple monitors in an array or matrix, Easy Arrange layout can be applied across to all the monitors as one desktop. Select “Span ...
Page 10 Managing Multiple Video Inputs The Input Manager tab provides convenient ways for you to manage multiple video inputs connected to your Dell monitor. It makes it easy to switch between inputs while yo...
Page 11 You can use the dropdown list to switch to any available input source. E2420HS/E2720HS NOTE: DDM communicates with your monitor even when the monitor is displaying video from another computer. You can...
Page 12 Restoring Application Positions DDM can help you restore application windows into their positions when you reconnect your computer to the monitor(s). You can quickly access this feature by right-click...
Page 13 You may use monitors with different models or resolutions in your daily routine, and you may apply different window layouts on them. DDM is able to know the monitor you have reconnected and restore ap...
Page 14 Applying Energy Conservation Features On supported Dell models, an Options tab is available that provides Power Nap energy conservation options. You can choose to set the monitor's brightness to the m...
Page 15 Troubleshooting If DDM does not work with your monitor, DDM will show below icon in your notification tray. Click on the icon, DDM shows a more detailed error message. Please note that DDM only works ...
Page 16 DDM may not work with below monitors: Dell monitor models that shipped earlier than 2013 and D-series of Dell monitors. For more information see www.dell.com/support/monitors. Gaming monitors using Nv...

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Brand Dell
Pages 16
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Published June 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable Dell Display Manager (DDM)?

Ensure that DDC/CI is enabled within the monitor's OSD menu.

What technology does DDM use for communication?

Dell Display Manager uses the DDC/CI channel to communicate with your monitor.

How can I automatically change display settings for specific programs?

Use the Auto Mode tab in DDM; you can associate a Preset Mode with an application so it switches automatically when activated.

What steps should I take if DDM fails to detect my Dell monitor?

Check cabling, confirm DDC/CI is enabled on the OSD, verify graphics drivers, and remove any non-supported docking stations or converters.