Check out the following sections for all the details!
Why Set a Default Graphics Card for Apps in Windows 11?
The integrated GPU, usually lower-powered than the primary one, handles the basic graphics operations in Windows 11.
How to Set Default Graphics Card for Apps in Windows 11?
2.Under theSystemtab on the left navigation bar, click theDisplayoption.
For this demonstration, we have selected thePrince of Persia: Warrior Withingame (screenshot below).
6.Once the app is expanded, click theOptionsbutton.
7.In the following window, you will get three options Let Windows decide,Power saving, andHigh performance.
12.After the selection, click theBrowsebutton right below the box.
13.For Desktop apps, a new window will open up.
Note:Do not add desktop shortcuts for the Desktop apps.
1.Locate andlaunch the Nvidia Control Panelapp on your PC or laptop.
2.The tool should open theManage 3D settingspage by default.
If it does not,tap the said optionunder the 3D configs tab on the left navigation bar.
4.Now,hit the boxunderSelect a program to customizeto open a drop-down box.
Note:double-check the checkbox for theShow only programs found on this computeroption is checked.
6.With your preferred app selected,hit the boxbelowSelect the preferred graphics processor for this program.
- snag the graphics cardthat you want your selected app to use as default.
10.After the selection, click theApplybutton to save the change.
That is basically it!
FAQs
Can I set the default graphics card for apps in Windows 11?
How to set the dedicated GPU as the default graphics card for games in Windows 11?
It can be done via the prefs app or the dedicated GPU app on your Windows 11 rig.
How do I use the Nvidia graphics card instead of Intel in Windows 11?
Wrapping Up
So, there you have it!
