Color profile defaults to sRGB IEC61966-2.1, won't save changes

Hello Apple Hive,


I'm on a 14" Macbook Pro, 2021 and Ventura 13.1. I recently switched external monitors to a ViewSonic VX3276.


While trouble shooting a flickering issue (that I figured out) I was switching between color profiles and noticed that when I closed System Preferences it does not save the chosen profile or refresh rate, if changed. It defaults to sRGB IEC61966-2.1 every time.


I saw another article that showed an earlier operating system where they recommended switching to "Scale" vs. "Default Resolution" and it fixed the issue. Ventura 13.1 does not have a "Scale" option under resolution.


Any help or ideas would be appreciated!


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Posted on Jan 13, 2023 02:02 PM

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Jan 13, 2023 02:30 PM in response to Keith Wilson2

The "Show all resolutions" slider replaces the Option click.


Your options don't even show the monitor's maximum resolution of 2560 x 1440. The Mac itself supports an external resolution of up to 6016 x 3384 (6K) on up to 2 separate monitors.


This suggests you're using an HDMI connection rather than DisplayPort. You need to use a Thunderbolt 4 to DisplayPort cable to get the most out of your ViewSonic. The monitor has both an original larger DisplayPort port, and a mini version. You can use either.


I know the monitor specs show…


HDMI digital video output

Support for one display with up to 4K resolution at 60Hz

DVI output using HDMI to DVI Adapter (sold separately)


…but depending on the monitor's electronics, HDMI doesn't always work well.


We use this one with both of our Mac minis to EIZO monitors.

Feb 3, 2023 06:26 AM in response to Keith Wilson2

Hello, hope you've managed to fix your profile saving change. I'am replying here because i think i got the flickering problem you said you found a solution for. I would like to know how you solved it because i tried many things and none of them work. (Also i don't have the LCD profile that can solved the problem every one is talking about)

have a good day!

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