Samsung PC has a blank or black screen
There are many reasons the screen on your PC could go blank or black, but it's quick to run through all the possible reasons and either rule them out or resolve your issues.
When I close my laptop lid my Samsung monitor turns black
By default, most laptops go to sleep when they are closed, even when an external monitor or Odyssey Ark gaming screen is connected. However, it's pretty easy to adjust this setting if you don't like it.
When I close my laptop lid my Samsung monitor turns black
Windows
To find this setting in Windows, open the Start menu and start typing Change what closing the lid does. (This setting will not appear unless you are using a computer with a lid, such as a laptop.)
To continue using external devices like your monitor even when the lid is closed, select the Do nothing setting.
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Mac
On a Mac, this is called Clamshell mode.
To turn it on, open the Apple menu and navigate to System Preferences and open Energy Saver, now set the Computer Sleep and Display Sleep sliders to Never.
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