Connecting a laptop to a projector is usually straightforward: 1. Check the projector and laptop ports Common connections are: HDMI — best and most common VGA — older projectors/laptops USB-C — newer laptops; may need a USB-C-to-HDMI adapter 2. Connect the cable Turn on the projector. Connect the HDMI/VGA cable to the laptop. Connect the other end to the projector. On the projector, select the correct Input/Source (e.g., HDMI 1). 3. Select the display mode on Windows Press: Windows + P You'll see four options: PC screen only — projector off Duplicate — laptop and projector show the same screen ⭐ Extend — projector becomes a second monitor Second screen only — display only on projector For teaching/presentations, choose Duplicate . If the projector says "No Signal" Try these in order: Check that the projector's Source/Input matches the connected port. Unplug and reconnect the HDMI/VGA cable. Press Windows + P → Duplicate . Restart the projector. Try another HD...