A DisplayLink dock can provide an ordinary desktop without supporting every color-calibration method. Plugable explains that gamma correction depends on the DisplayLink chipset, output, driver configuration, and software. Some Windows calibration changes may therefore have little effect on an attached screen.

Monitor on-screen controls remain available for basic adjustments where supported. For professional photography, video production, or print matching, Plugable recommends a native graphics connection. Include color accuracy and calibration in the dock requirements before purchase instead of assuming that a high-resolution output also guarantees the calibration workflow a specialist user needs.