To change compatibility settings manually for a program, right-click the program icon, click Properties, and then click the Compatibility tab.
Setting |
Description |
Compatibility mode |
Runs the program using settings from a previous version of Windows. Try this setting if you know the program is designed for (or worked in) a specific previous version of Windows. |
Run in 256 colors |
Uses a limited set of colors in the program. Some older programs are designed to use fewer colors. |
Run in 640 × 480 screen resolution |
Runs the program in a smaller-sized window. Try this setting if the graphical user interface appears jagged or is rendered improperly. |
Disable visual themes |
Disables themes on the program. Try this setting if you notice problems with the menus or buttons on the title bar of the program. |
Disable desktop composition |
Turns off transparency and other advanced display features. Choose this setting if window movement appears erratic or you notice other display problems. |
Disable display scaling on high DPI settings |
Turns off automatic resizing of programs if large-scale font size is in use. Try this setting if large-scale fonts are interfering with the appearance of the program.. |
Privilege level |
Runs the program as an administrator. Some programs require administrator privileges to run properly. If you are not currently logged on as an administrator, this option is not available. |
Change settings for all users |
Lets you choose settings that will apply to all users on this computer. |