For fun I like to use the free Microsoft screensaver Photos even if it is no longer supported with Themes per https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-deprecated-features . It’s a great way to see an old forgotten image on the screen again, if only briefly. To set it up, press Win-s to search for screensaver and use control panel to choose and customize the Photos screensaver.
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I use a screensaver – YoWindow – which shows the current weather after 5 minutes. I like it and it customizeable with your own photo, but that takes a bit of tweaking. I also have my Power Options set to shut my monitor off after 20 minutes of no activity.
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OLED and QLED can be spurb monitor designs but they may be subject to similar problems as LEDs. See https://www.cnet.com/how-to/oled-screen-burn-in-what-you-need-to-know-now/ . It is not a concern for most users who do not view a static image for long periods of time.
For fun I like to use the free Microsoft screensaver Photos even if it is no longer supported with Themes per https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/deployment/planning/windows-10-deprecated-features . It’s a great way to see an old forgotten image on the screen again, if only briefly. To set it up, press Win-s to search for screensaver and use control panel to choose and customize the Photos screensaver.
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wow!! very informative post…this is one of the questions that sometimes strike in my mind…i’ve a whole list of questions if one is willing to give me answers…thank you..:)
I’m glad you found it useful. 😀
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I use a screensaver – YoWindow – which shows the current weather after 5 minutes. I like it and it customizeable with your own photo, but that takes a bit of tweaking. I also have my Power Options set to shut my monitor off after 20 minutes of no activity.