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Quick key to call up DDM UI and flip through Easy Arrange layouts.
Create custom layouts, use SHIFT for zone positioning, and span layouts across multiple monitors.
Name video inputs and set shortcut keys for quick input switching.
Configure split screen modes (PIP/PBP) and KVM functionality for connecting multiple PCs.
Automatically restore window positions or manually save current layouts.
Define shortcut keys for Quick Settings, Easy Arrange MRU, app windows, and PIP positions.
Attach DDM to active windows, use shortcuts to trigger menus, and move apps between cells/monitors.
Quick key to call up DDM UI and flip through Easy Arrange layouts.
Create custom layouts, use SHIFT for zone positioning, and span layouts across multiple monitors.
Name video inputs and set shortcut keys for quick input switching.
Configure split screen modes (PIP/PBP) and KVM functionality for connecting multiple PCs.
Automatically restore window positions or manually save current layouts.
Define shortcut keys for Quick Settings, Easy Arrange MRU, app windows, and PIP positions.
Attach DDM to active windows, use shortcuts to trigger menus, and move apps between cells/monitors.
The Dell C3422WE Curved Dell Display Manager User's Guide details the functionality and usage of the Dell Display Manager (DDM) application, designed to enhance the management and user experience of Dell monitors, particularly the C3422WE model. DDM is a Microsoft Windows application that provides a comprehensive suite of tools for controlling single or multiple Dell monitors.
Dell Display Manager serves as a central hub for managing various aspects of your Dell monitor(s). Its primary function is to allow manual adjustment of display settings, automate certain configurations, manage power consumption, organize windows on the desktop, and handle multiple video inputs. Once installed, DDM runs automatically when your system starts and resides in the notification tray, providing quick access to its features. It communicates with your monitor via the DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) channel, which must be enabled in the monitor's On-Screen Display (OSD) menu for DDM to function correctly.
The core functionalities of DDM are accessible through the Quick Settings dialog box, which opens by clicking the DDM icon in the notification tray. This dialog allows for immediate adjustments to brightness, contrast, and resolution. When multiple supported Dell monitors are connected, you can select a specific monitor to control from a dropdown menu within the Quick Settings dialog. This ensures that adjustments are applied to the intended display. The Quick Settings dialog also facilitates the selection of preset modes and enables automatic switching between these modes based on active applications. For more advanced controls, the Quick Settings dialog provides a gateway to DDM's advanced user interface.
DDM offers several features to optimize your display experience:
Basic Display Functions: The "Basic" tab allows you to select either "Manual Mode" or "Auto Mode." In Manual Mode, you can manually choose a preset mode and directly adjust the display's brightness and contrast. Auto Mode, on the other hand, automatically applies a preset mode based on the application currently in use. An on-screen message will indicate when the preset mode changes. If multiple Dell monitors are connected, enabling "display matrix control" allows you to apply brightness, contrast, and color presets across all monitors simultaneously.
Assigning Preset Modes to Applications (Auto Mode): The "Auto Mode" tab enables you to associate specific "Preset Modes" with particular applications. When an associated application is activated, DDM automatically switches the monitor to its corresponding Preset Mode. This can be configured to apply the same preset mode across all connected monitors or to vary per monitor. DDM comes pre-configured for many popular applications, and you can add new applications by dragging them onto the assignment list. It's important to note that DDM does not support preset mode assignments for batch files, scripts, loaders, or non-executable files like zip archives. You can also configure the "Game" preset mode to activate automatically when a Direct3D application runs in full-screen mode.
Organizing Windows with Easy Arrange: "Easy Arrange" is a powerful feature for organizing application windows on your desktop. You begin by selecting a predefined layout pattern that suits your workflow. Then, you simply drag application windows into the defined zones, and DDM automatically positions and resizes them. You can navigate through more layouts using the ">" button or the Page Up/Page Down keys. To create a custom layout, arrange your open windows as desired and then click "Save." For Windows 10 users, Easy Arrange supports different window layouts for each virtual desktop. If you frequently use Windows' native snap feature, you can enable "Hold down the SHIFT key to enable zone positioning." This gives Windows snap priority, requiring you to press the Shift key to activate Easy Arrange positioning. When using multiple monitors in an array, Easy Arrange layouts can be applied across all monitors as a single desktop by selecting "Span multiple monitors," provided your monitors are properly aligned. Advanced Easy Arrange features include saving and naming up to five customized patterns, configuring x*y patterns, cycling through the five most recently used layouts (MRU) with Ctrl+Shift+Home, and on-the-fly partition resizing by holding Ctrl while resizing a layout. Portrait mode Easy Arrange icons are presented when the monitor is rotated.
Managing Multiple Video Inputs: The "Input Manager" tab simplifies the management of multiple video inputs connected to your Dell monitor. It lists all available video input ports, allowing you to assign custom names to each. You can define a "Favorite input shortcut key" to quickly switch to a preferred input and an "Input switch shortcut key" to toggle between two frequently used inputs. This is particularly useful for users working with multiple computers connected to the same monitor. The dropdown list also allows for manual selection of any input source. DDM also supports KVM (Keyboard, Video, Mouse) functionality, allowing you to connect multiple PCs and switch between them using the monitor's KVM capabilities. The setup wizard guides you through selecting video input ports and USB upstream ports for each connected PC. The PIP (Picture-in-Picture) and PBP (Picture-by-Picture) functions are also configurable through this interface, allowing you to display content from multiple sources simultaneously.
Restoring Application Positions: DDM can remember and restore the positions of your application windows when you reconnect your computer to the monitor(s). This feature is accessible by right-clicking the DDM icon in the notification tray. If "Auto-restore window layout" is selected, DDM automatically places application windows back into their original positions upon reconnection. To save a favorite layout, you can use "Save current window layout" and then "Restore saved window layout." DDM intelligently recognizes different monitor models or resolutions in a multi-monitor setup and restores layouts accordingly. This is also useful when replacing a display in a monitor matrix configuration; you can save the layout before replacement and restore it after a new monitor is installed. It's important to keep applications running to benefit from this feature, as DDM does not launch applications.
Applying Energy Conservation Features: For supported Dell models, the "Options" tab includes "PowerNap" energy conservation options. You can configure DDM to reduce the display's brightness to a minimum level or put the display to sleep when the screensaver activates, helping to save energy.
Other Shortcut Keys: DDM allows you to define custom shortcut keys for quick access to various functions. These include a "Program shortcut key" to open the Quick Settings dialog, an "Easy Arrange MRU shortcut key" to apply recently used window layouts, an "Application window shortcut key" to launch a quick menu for Auto Mode and Easy Arrange options, and a "PIP position shortcut key" to quickly apply specific PIP sub-positions (Top-Left, Top-Right, Bottom-Right, or Bottom-Left).
Attach DDM To Active Window (Windows 10 only): In Windows 10, the DDM icon can be attached to the active window you are working on. Clicking this attached icon provides easy access to features such as switching window positions, changing color preset modes, and associating auto preset modes. A shortcut key (Ctrl+Shift+Ins) can be used to trigger the attached DDM menu on a running application window. This feature also allows you to move the app window among Easy Arrange cells or between different monitors.
DDM includes features to help maintain its functionality and troubleshoot issues:
Troubleshooting: If DDM fails to work with your monitor, it will display an error icon in the notification tray and a more detailed error message upon clicking the icon. Common troubleshooting steps include:
Software Updates: If your PC is connected to the Internet, DDM will prompt you to upgrade to a newer version when available. It is recommended to download and install the latest DDM application to ensure optimal performance and access to new features. You can also manually check for new versions by right-clicking the DDM icon in the notification tray and selecting "Check for new version...".
Compatibility Notes: DDM may not work with Dell monitor models manufactured before 2013 or D-series Dell monitors. It also does not support gaming monitors using Nvidia-based G-sync technology, virtual and wireless monitors (due to lack of DDC/CI support), or some early DP 1.2 monitors where MST/DP 1.2 might need to be disabled in the display OSD. For more information on compatible monitors, users can refer to www.dell.com/support/monitors.
General| Screen Size | 34 inches |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
| Built-in Webcam | Yes |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes |
| Curvature | 1900R |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB |
| Response Time | 5 ms (gray to gray) |
| Connectivity | HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C |
| Viewing Angle | 178° (Horizontal), 178° (Vertical) |
| VESA Mount | Yes, 100 x 100 mm |
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