Stack size in 4k display?
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Stack size in 4k display?
Hello,
I am using a conventional 1080p monitor for iOS development but I am thinking to buy a 4k UHD monitor. Will a stack size smaller in a 4k monitor? (Like 50% smaller?)
If it’s the case, I should not buy a 4k monitor because it can be very difficult to deal with tiny objects in a 4k monitor.
Is there anyone using a 4k monitor?
Cheers,
Louis
I am using a conventional 1080p monitor for iOS development but I am thinking to buy a 4k UHD monitor. Will a stack size smaller in a 4k monitor? (Like 50% smaller?)
If it’s the case, I should not buy a 4k monitor because it can be very difficult to deal with tiny objects in a 4k monitor.
Is there anyone using a 4k monitor?
Cheers,
Louis
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Well, I don't have a 4k monitor, but on my 2k monitor everythingi from Lc 1.1 to 9.6.dp3 looks acceptable.
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Hi Louis,
if it really too small, don't forget that we can set the SCALEFACTOR of a stack!
Maybe only temporarily in your case.
Best
Klaus
if it really too small, don't forget that we can set the SCALEFACTOR of a stack!
Maybe only temporarily in your case.
Best
Klaus
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
no, it's the same as any monitor setup, it's just that the number of dots is higher. you set the virtual resolution of the display and off you go. you can theoretically set the resolution of a 4k display at 1024x768, if you really wanted to.
on our 84" formal and informal conference space displays, the presenters set the resolution to suit the information being displayed and the audience - if it's two people reviewing a drawing sitting six feet away, they will make it denser (higher resolution), but if they are reviewing production planning spreadsheets, and the room is full, they will set it at something considerably lower, so the person who is 30' away can still read everything.
on our 84" formal and informal conference space displays, the presenters set the resolution to suit the information being displayed and the audience - if it's two people reviewing a drawing sitting six feet away, they will make it denser (higher resolution), but if they are reviewing production planning spreadsheets, and the room is full, they will set it at something considerably lower, so the person who is 30' away can still read everything.
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Hi Klaus, bogs,
It’s a noob question but I have no idea how small stacks (ios , android apps)are displayed in iMac 27” or 4k monitor.. I need to buy a right monitor for my work soon because my 10 years old monitor start blinking!
I have looked up for scalefactor but it seems like the text size may not be scaled proportionally.
Do you think iMac 27”or 4k monitors are not ideal for mobile app development? Should I just stick with 1080p(2k) monitors?
Thanks for your advice,
Louis
It’s a noob question but I have no idea how small stacks (ios , android apps)are displayed in iMac 27” or 4k monitor.. I need to buy a right monitor for my work soon because my 10 years old monitor start blinking!
I have looked up for scalefactor but it seems like the text size may not be scaled proportionally.
Do you think iMac 27”or 4k monitors are not ideal for mobile app development? Should I just stick with 1080p(2k) monitors?
Thanks for your advice,
Louis
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Hi Louis,
hm, in my experience LC scales EVERYTHING nicely when raising the scalefactor of a stack!?
But I meant to scale the stack only during development, if its size on the screen is too small.
You get the picture.
And sorry, I do not develop for mobile (don't even own a cellphone ) so no advice from me for an appropriate monitor.
Best
Klaus
hm, in my experience LC scales EVERYTHING nicely when raising the scalefactor of a stack!?
But I meant to scale the stack only during development, if its size on the screen is too small.
Well, this is simple math: if you have a 5000*3000 pixel resolution monitor then a 1200*1000 pixel stack...... I have no idea how small stacks (ios , android apps)are displayed in iMac 27” or 4k monitor...
You get the picture.
And sorry, I do not develop for mobile (don't even own a cellphone ) so no advice from me for an appropriate monitor.
Best
Klaus
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Hi Klaus,
So my understanding is the pixel of a 350x700 stack will be visually scaled up like 700x1400 while the physical width and height (350x700) unchanged?
I just don't want to blow up a lot of $$$ for useless a 4k monitor.
Cheers,
Louis
So my understanding is the pixel of a 350x700 stack will be visually scaled up like 700x1400 while the physical width and height (350x700) unchanged?
I just don't want to blow up a lot of $$$ for useless a 4k monitor.
Cheers,
Louis
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Thanks!!! have a good day or night!!
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Re: Stack size in 4k display?
I develop on a 27-inch iMac and it works fine. You don't need to do anything, the stack will display as it does on smaller monitors. It will also keep its pixel dimensions on mobile. In other words, get whatever monitor you want, it will work fine.
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Hi, Jacque
Thank you! I got LG ultrawide monitor and it works fine. I love it!
Thank you! I got LG ultrawide monitor and it works fine. I love it!
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
I thought this was an interesting question about something I never had need to think about. Based on some replies, I suspect other users are the same.
Although I use a windows 10, 3840 x 2160 res 15 inch laptop which has been connected to a 1920 x 1080 res 23 inch TV screen as a monitor in a dual screen setup, there is not much difference in the text and APP size (Coverage) on either screen.
This is simply because the computer operating system is set by default to display content at a sensible size. I expect Apple do the same, by default. You can tweak this percentage to match your eyesight and preference.
For example, the small laptop screen magnifies the image by 175% (in my case) but does not alter the monitor image.
On that basis, you should have no practical issues with working on a high res monitor.
HOWEVER, what you will need to think about is the physical size of the screen and your distance from it.
https://www.bing.com/search?q=smallest+ ... A1&PC=DCTS
The above chart shows viewing distance in relation to screen size and resolution.
I expect you will buy a proper Pro monitor, not a 4K TV screen for work. Note that 4K TV screens start at 43 inches which is unsuitable as a monitor. You will destroy your neck, scanning from side to side.
I hope this helps.
Although I use a windows 10, 3840 x 2160 res 15 inch laptop which has been connected to a 1920 x 1080 res 23 inch TV screen as a monitor in a dual screen setup, there is not much difference in the text and APP size (Coverage) on either screen.
This is simply because the computer operating system is set by default to display content at a sensible size. I expect Apple do the same, by default. You can tweak this percentage to match your eyesight and preference.
For example, the small laptop screen magnifies the image by 175% (in my case) but does not alter the monitor image.
On that basis, you should have no practical issues with working on a high res monitor.
HOWEVER, what you will need to think about is the physical size of the screen and your distance from it.
https://www.bing.com/search?q=smallest+ ... A1&PC=DCTS
The above chart shows viewing distance in relation to screen size and resolution.
I expect you will buy a proper Pro monitor, not a 4K TV screen for work. Note that 4K TV screens start at 43 inches which is unsuitable as a monitor. You will destroy your neck, scanning from side to side.
I hope this helps.
Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Hi,
A 4K monitor gives you more options to set up your ideal work environment. I work an a 5k iMac and it has been wonderful. I usually keep monitor resolution at around 3000 px wide as a good compromise between screen real estate and text size. But sometimes I work with large stack sizes e.g. 4000 px x 1200 px, then it is very handy to be able to switch to the maximum resolution to see the full stack without any scaling. I use a small app called Display Menu that gives you more options to set screen resolutions for your monitor (on MacOS). But additionally a 4K monitor used at FullHD resolution gives you also a sharper image in most cases.
Best
Oliver
A 4K monitor gives you more options to set up your ideal work environment. I work an a 5k iMac and it has been wonderful. I usually keep monitor resolution at around 3000 px wide as a good compromise between screen real estate and text size. But sometimes I work with large stack sizes e.g. 4000 px x 1200 px, then it is very handy to be able to switch to the maximum resolution to see the full stack without any scaling. I use a small app called Display Menu that gives you more options to set screen resolutions for your monitor (on MacOS). But additionally a 4K monitor used at FullHD resolution gives you also a sharper image in most cases.
Best
Oliver
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Re: Stack size in 4k display?
Why would you spend a lot of money so that everything looks smaller?
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