1
Check Current Physical Resolution & Density
Read the default hardware specifications:
adb shell wm size && adb shell wm density
Intermediate
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Updated: 2026-08-30
How to Change Android Screen Resolution and DPI Scaling Without Root
Make on-screen content more compact, boost gaming FPS, or change rendering resolution using ADB Window Manager (wm) commands.
Prerequisites & Requirements
- Android device connected via ADB
Step-by-Step Instructions
2
Change Display DPI Scaling
Lower values make UI elements smaller and fit more content on screen. For example, change to 400 DPI:
adb shell wm density 400
3
Override Screen Resolution
Change active display resolution (e.g. to 1080x2400):
adb shell wm size 1080x2400
4
Reset to Factory Default Resolution and DPI (Undo)
Restore factory settings anytime with:
adb shell wm density reset && adb shell wm size reset