How to Improve Text Readability in Windows 11

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Adjust system scaling for text and apps

   Open the Settings app by pressing Win + I. Navigate to System > Display and locate the Scale menu. Select a higher percentage, such as 125% or 150%, to increase the size of text, icons, and menus across the entire interface.

   Note: A higher scale setting may require you to sign out and back into Windows for all applications to reflect the changes.
2. 1 min

   Increase font size independently

   Go to Settings > Accessibility > Text size. Drag the slider to the right to increase the font size across the system without affecting the layout scale of images or buttons. Click Apply once you find a comfortable size.

3. 1 min

   Enable high contrast themes

   Navigate to Settings > Accessibility > Contrast themes. Choose a theme from the dropdown menu, such as Aquatic or Dusk, and click Edit to customize individual color elements. Click Apply to activate the theme.

   Note: Use the keyboard shortcut Left Alt + Left Shift + Print Screen to toggle high contrast mode on or off instantly.
4. 1 min

   Activate ClearType text tuning

   Press the Win key, type ClearType, and select Adjust ClearType text. Ensure the checkbox for Turn on ClearType is selected, then follow the on-screen prompts to choose the text samples that appear clearest on your monitor.

   Note: Run this tool again if you switch monitors or change your display resolution.
5. 1 min

   Enable the built-in Magnifier

   Navigate to Settings > Accessibility > Magnifier and toggle the Magnifier switch to On. Use the Win + Plus sign shortcut to zoom into specific areas of the screen where text is difficult to read.

   Note: You can change the magnification view to Lens or Docked in the Magnifier settings menu for better screen navigation.