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Privacy Filter

Privacy Filter Selection

1)3M recommended selection method

  • To ensure the proper fit, measure the viewable height and width of your laptop or desktop screen, (do not include the screen frame in your measurements).
  • Match your height and width measurements with the appropriate filter model in the 3M Privacy Filter Reference Guide.

Privacy Filters in an office environment

2)Manufacturer Specification Selection

  • Search online the make and model of your laptop or desktop:
  • Find and select manufacturer display specification:
  • Locate display specification:
  • Match specification with the appropriate filter model in the 3M Privacy Filter Reference Guide.

Important Notes

  • Recently, many PC manufacturers have introduced new widescreen displays (16:9) with a slightly different "Aspect Ratio" than traditional widescreen displays (16:10).
  • Aspect Ratio refers to the relationship (or "ratio") of the width and height of the display. Please ensure you select the correct filter for your aspect ratio.