Custom Resolution Utility (CRU)

The Custom Resolution Utility, commonly known as CRU, enables the creation of customized resolutions and refresh rates, thereby enhancing the computing experience. The free-to-use EDID editor works reliably with NVIDIA and AMD/ATI graphics cards to read directly blocked extensions.

It is simple, fast, and lightweight, offering multiple operations including custom resolution additions, timing parameter tweaking, fine-tuning the monitor settings, etc, to enhance the performance. 

What is Custom Resolution Utility?

Custom Resolution Utility or CRU is free and lightweight software developed by ToastyX that offers a quick editing process for Extended Display Identification Data (EDID). It is the best choice for gamers to create their required resolutions and refresh rates, instead of depending on the default ones, and also enables power users to get rid of compatibility issues.

The CRU creates custom resolutions, and up-scales the existing while overriding registry settings and .inf files. It is safe to use, as it offers services to change resolutions and other attributes without interrupting your hardware. 

Custom Resolution Utility Features

Override Registry Settings

It works as an EDID editor to enable users to modify the resolutions and capabilities of monitors while overriding the registry settings. It is possible to configure the driver directly, add new resolutions, and remove the existing, if you don’t want. You need to learn about GPU-s capabilities i.e. make sure your system fulfills the requirements i.e. 8 standard resolutions with 2 bytes for storing data blocks. It is necessary for NVIDIA processing units.

Straightforward Interface

The straightforward, user-friendly interface is simple and easy to use. After installation and launching the app, you need to move to the main interface. It offers a direct workflow, so you can create your own resolution while inserting the resolution and refresh rate. Make sure the inserted resolution and refresh rate are integrated into your device’s graphics card and monitor. Otherwise, you have to face compatibility issues.

Windows Only

The innovative software is compatible with Windows 11, Windows 7, and Windows 10 operating systems, as it is integrated with AMD/ATI or NVIDIA GPUs, so you can’t use it on laptops. When you double-click the .exe file, the software quickly installs, and you can view the list of existing resolutions that will help you to create new standard resolutions while avoiding the default ones.

Modify Parameters

It is simple to modify the parameters of the display output of the monitor. In this way, you can get a defined resolution higher than the existing one. You can improve the compatibility up to various setups while adjusting the refresh rates, enhancing the responsiveness and fluidity, and finely tuning timings. 

Customized Resolution Creation

The manual configuration of parameters helps to get defined resolutions i.e. active resolutions horizontally and vertically, width and polarity synchronization, blanking options, and the refresh rate. Here, you have the option to insert resolutions up to six entries. In this way, you can easily unlock the potential of your display, whether for creating multimedia content, enhancing professional productivity, or gaming immersion. 

Automated Options

If you aren’t interested in adding timing conditions, you can use auto-inserting options for LCD and CRT displays, as it is also possible to upscale the already existing lower resolutions automatically. The ‘LCD standard’ option is available only for HDTVs, whereas using the "LCD reduced" option for minimizing the pixel clock, and enjoy higher refresh rates.

Smooth Experience

The enhanced performance with improved visual clarity makes the gaming experience smooth and fast. It helps in minimizing input lag and screen tearing. Likewise, it enables professional designers or multimedia users to continue editing operations and achieve more accurate and smoother visuals. 

Support Multiple Monitors

The support for multiple monitors and graphics cards offers the flexibility of configuration, as you can create custom resolutions and settings to apply to all connected monitors. The user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation give ease of configuration and a troubleshooting process, and even novice users can easily customize the entire setup. 

Restore Configuration

The smart backup solution is available to allow users to restore their custom display configurations easily. It helps to save your data and maintain your required settings during the system upgrading, driver updating, and hardware changing process. So, you can restore your customized display setup hassle-free. 

Pros

• Create custom resolutions while overriding the registry
• Support multiple monitors and graphics cards
• Get vivid visuals while enhancing the color and range
• User-friendly interface with quick navigation and configurations
• Lightweight, fast, and free to use
• Offers optimal compatibility and stability while reducing timing parameter control
• You have the option to add up to six entries
• Quickly switch between resolutions while using a hotkey
• Backup your custom profiles without any damage
• Smooth and fast gaming experience with clarity of visuals

Cons

• Novice users may face some technical issues
• Create display issues while careless adjustment of parameters
• Support limited applications for customized resolutions