What steps can I take to troubleshoot this issue?

1. Check the VGA cable is securely fastened to both the TV and laptop
2. Verify the TV is set to the correct input
3. Restart both the TV and laptop
4. Inspect the hardware settings of both devices in their settings menu
5. Check for the latest Windows Updates
6. Ensure laptop is running with the most recent graphics drivers
7. Check TV cable connection type that is compatible with the laptop