How to measure a TV screen

How to measure a TV screen

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In this article, you will learn the difference between the publicly advertised size of a TV screen and the actual size of the screen. This article also explains why you should consider the TV stand or wall mount measurement when choosing a location for your TV.

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Just because the space you have for your TV is 55", will your new TV really fit the space? Before you walk out the door to get that great flat screen TV deal with the ad in hand and money in your pocket, make sure that it is the size you think it is.

Here are the TV measurements you need to know.

When you see an ad for a TV, the screen size is what stands out the most. The marketed screen size refers to the diagonal length given in inches. Diagonal length is measured from one corner to the opposite corner of the screen surface (lower left to right upper right or upper left to lower right).