Dell Display Manager (DDM)

Dell Display Manager - DDM is a comprehensive management tool giving you optimal front of screen experience, efficient display management, easy and effortless multitasking helping you increase everyday productivity.



This software works only on Dell monitors produced from 2013 and beyond with exception of Dell D-Series and Nvidia G-SYNC based models.

This software can support up to 16 monitors setups and is compatible with all major graphics vendors like Nvidia, AMD, and Intel.

Multitask redefined

With Easy Arrange feature you can organize multiple application windows on your screen and snap their positions and sizes into a template of your choice and then reuse it when needed.



You can split screen horizontally or vertically or in various other patterns making it easier to use the full potential of your large Dell monitor when having the need to work in more than one window at the same time.

In the case of dual monitor setup, Easy Arrange can also be used to expand desktop space across two monitors.

The auto-restore feature remembers where you left off and restores application windows as they were.

Input Manager

Enables easy switching of inputs without a need to click on any Monitor hardware buttons and going trough it’s OSD screens. A great feature if you want to switch input video source from VGA to HDMI in a single click.



In case you use the same monitor for your PC and for your laptop this feature allows you to switch easily between them. You can even assign names to each input and define a shortcut key making it even easier to switch between input screens.

The DDM tool for PC is very useful for programmers or gamers.

Manual or Automatic

Adjusting of monitor brightness, contrast or resolution can now be done directly through the Dell Display Monitor DDM software.

These settings can then be saved as presets and used again when writing a document, playing games, or watching movies, all within the application.



To make things even better Auto Mode allows you to assign presets to applications you use: so once you launch VLC Player a movie preset will get auto-applied and can enjoy the video without a need to switch the modes manually.

Efficient and Eco-friendly

Making an asset report document is a one-click process allowing IT managers to save monitor asset information documents with just one click.

Saving energy is an important PowerNap function that allows power consumption management.



Putting your monitor to sleep when you’re not using it saves energy.

To download and install Dell Display Manager for your Dell monitor:

• Go to the Dell Display Manager page.
• Click the Download button next to this desktop Application.
• See the list of Dell monitors that support Dell Display Manager to find the supported version of Dell Display Manager.
• Using File Explorer (also known as Windows Explorer), browse to the location where the downloaded file is saved.
• Double-click the .exe driver installation file that you downloaded and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
• After the installation is complete, restart the computer.

Connecting your monitor

Figure 1: Connecting your monitor to a desktop

Figure 2: Connecting your monitor to a laptop

Figure 3: Enabling DDC/CI in the OSD menu of Dell Monitor before using DDM2.x

Figure 4: The App Display Menu

Figure 5: Manual Mode for Brightness or Contrast

Figure 6: Schedule Mode for Brightness or Contrast

Figure 7: Scheduling Time for Brightness or Contrast Settings in Schedule Mode

Figure 8: Auto Mode for Brightness or Contrast

Figure 9: Easy Arrange Layout

Figure 10: Customized Layout

And many more!



FAQ

What operating systems and processors does Dell Display Manager (DDM) support?
DDM 2.x is compatible with Windows 11 (x64-based) and Windows 10 (x64-based), starting from build 17763. For ARM-based computers, it supports Windows 11 (arm64-based) with Qualcomm Snapdragon X-Elite/X-Plus and higher chipsets from version 2.3.2 onward. This tool does not support certain chipsets as detailed in Table 7.

Does the DDM application vary for each Dell monitor?
No, DDM 1.x and 2.x versions are consistent across all Dell monitor models. However, the specific features available may vary depending on the monitor model.

Can Dell Display Manager (DDM) support more than two monitors?
Yes, it can support up to 16 monitors. Some high-end graphics cards allow up to four external monitors, and with four such cards, DDM can manage up to 16 monitors.

Is DDM supported on a VDI desktop?
No, the program does not support VDI desktops or other virtualized environments.

Does Dell Display Manager support remote updates for both Windows and macOS?
Remote firmware updates are available only for Windows.

PROS

• Easy Multi-Monitor Management
• Customizable Display Presets
• Quick Access to Settings
• Improved Workflow Efficiency
• Seamless Window Snap Feature

CONS

• Limited Compatibility with Non-Dell Displays
• Occasional Software Glitches
• Lack of Advanced Color Calibration
• Limited Multi-OS Support