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Makapuu Wallpaper

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Here's a cool, free thing to do on Oahu right now: install beautiful, high-resolution Makapuu Beach deskop wallpaper on your computer and experience this awesome view all throughout your day!

There are three key shots for you to choose from:

  • Beach Level: taken from the giant rock in the middle of the beach. You can almost put your toes in the sand!
  • Overlook: a view from higher up taken by the scenic stop. Feels like your flying.
  • Parking lot: shot from the Makapuu lighthouse parking lot just before you get there. Features a dramatic mountain view.

Beach Level Dual Screen
Beach Level Dual Screen Beach Level Dual Screen
Beach Level TV Screen Left
Beach Level TV Screen Left Beach Level TV Screen Left
Beach Level TV Screen Right
Beach Level TV Screen Right Beach Level TV Screen Right
Beach Level Wide Screen Left
Beach Level Wide Screen Left Beach Level Wide Screen Left
Beach Level Wide Screen Right
Beach Level Wide Screen Right Beach Level Wide Screen Right
Overlook Dual-screen
Overlook Dual-screen Overlook Dual-screen
Overlook TV screen Left Side
Overlook TV screen Left Side Overlook TV screen Left Side
Overlook TV Screen Right-side
Overlook TV Screen Right-side Overlook TV Screen Right-side
Overlook Widescreen Left-side
Overlook Widescreen Left-side Overlook Widescreen Left-side
Overlook Wide-screen Right-sid...
Overlook Wide-screen Right-side Overlook Wide-screen Right-side
Parking lot Dual Screen
Parking lot Dual Screen Parking lot Dual Screen
Parking Lot TV Screen
Parking Lot TV Screen Parking Lot TV Screen
Parking Lot Wide Screen
Parking Lot Wide Screen Parking Lot Wide Screen

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Download Oahu Wallpaper:

1Decide which picture you want.

2Choose the right aspect ratio.

3Click on the image download icon; a window will open with the image and instructions.

4Click on the "Close Window" link in instruction window (it may not go away).

5Right-click anywhere on the image. Either save on your computer or if option is available, choose "Set as Background".

Choosing the right aspect ratio:

  • VGA Screen: Typical monitor sizes, i.e. 1024x768 or 800x600.
  • Wide Screen: Newer "HD size", i.e. 1920x1200.
  • Dual Screen: Computers configured to use dual monitors.

Installing wallpaper:

  • These images are stored at the highest resolution for any of today's monitors.
  • Your monitor may require some adjustment.
  • Try using various "Stretch, Tile, or Center" options to see what works best for you.
Need more help? The links below open new windows with additional information: