Graphics Settings
In the Graphics pane, you can view and configure the amount of video memory available to the virtual machine video card, set resolution, and more.
To open these settings, choose Actions > Configure > Hardware, then click Graphics.

Option
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Description
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Memory
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Use this field to set the amount of video memory that will be available to the virtual machine.
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Resolution
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If you're working with Windows 7 or later on a Mac with a Retina display, you can choose how Windows is displayed on the screen:
- Best for Retina display. Windows resolution matches that of the Retina display and the DPI setting increases. Windows interface elements and text are clear, sharp, and at full size. This option is supported by Windows 7 and later.
- Scaled. Windows resolution and DPI setting don't change. Instead, Windows is scaled to full size. As a result, Windows interface elements and text are not sharp. This option is useful for Windows applications that don't support high-DPI settings and appear small onscreen.
- Best for external displays. Use this option if you're working with Windows on multiple displays one of which is non-Retina. The option is supported by Windows 8 and Windows 10.
For Windows XP:
If you're working with Windows XP on a Mac with a Retina display, Windows becomes scaled but its resolution doesn't change. As a result, Windows interface elements and text are not sharp.
However, you can enable full (2880x1800) Retina resolution for Windows by selecting Enable Retina resolution. At such a high resolution, Windows interface elements and text become sharp but small.
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3D acceleration
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If you want to use Windows Aero in your Windows virtual machines or use games and applications that require video cards that support DirectX or OpenGL, select On or the version of DirectX you need from the 3D acceleration menu.
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Vertical synchronization
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Sometimes in games and 3D applications, a newly rendered frame may overlap a previously rendered one and then screen tearing happens. This occurs when the video card or the software using it begins updating the actively-displayed memory in a manner that is out of sync with the monitor's refresh rate. To prevent screen tearing, select the Vertical synchronization option.
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Automatic graphics switching
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This option is visible only if your Mac supports graphics switching. Select this option for better battery life or clear for better performance.
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