A workaround is to run the following commands: xrandr --size 1920x1200 --output LVDS1 --off --output HDMI1 --mode 1920x1200 compiz --replace
Still, it really should work via the gui... -- You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/828623 Title: gnome control centre does not allow you to disable the laptop screen while leaving an external connected screen working To manage notifications about this bug go to: https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gnome-control-center/+bug/828623/+subscriptions -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs