Windows 10: Microsoft warns: File Explorer may flash with a blinding color in dark mode

Just days after Microsoft admitted that the password button was missing for some users on Windows' sign in screen, it confirmed yet another issue that users on Windows PCs might encounter.

The details: According to Microsoft, users may see a white screen flash before they eyes in File Explorer when the system is set to dark mode.

• The issue affects Windows 11, versions 24H2 and 25H2.
• It may occur after installation of KB5070311 on Windows 11 PCs.
• There is no solution or workaround at this time, other than turning of dark mode.

Microsoft offers several scenarios where users might see the white screen flash when using Explorer. It may occur when creating a new tab, turning the details pane one or off, selecting more details when copying, and when navigating to or from Home or Gallery.

Most users might experience then issue when they open File Explorer, as Home may be set as the default view.

Microsoft released KB5070311 on December 1, 2025 as the preview update for the upcoming cumulative update, which it will release on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. It is the last major update for Windows 11 in the year 2026.

Turning off Dark Mode, the only option


Windows 11 users may turn off Dark Mode for the time being, if they experience the white flashes and want them to stop.

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Select Settings there, or type Settings and press the Enter-key to launch the app.
3. Switch to Personalization > Colors in the Settings app.
4. Click on the menu next to "Choose your mode" on the page and pick Light.

Doing so switches the system to a light theme. However, this may not be an ideal solution for most users, especially if they prefer dark mode over the lighter colored mode.

Microsoft announced plans to update the article when the issue is resolved. Whether that is already going to happen before the release of the December 9 cumulative update remains to be seen. Dark mode users on Windows 11 might want to hold off with the installation of the update until it is clear, whether the issue is also part of that update.

It is also unclear whether Windows 10 devices will also be affected by the issue. Microsoft did not release a preview update for the older operating system, which means that we will have to wait and see here as well.

Now You: Are you still on Windows 10 or already on Windows 11 or another operating system entirely? Let me and everyone else know in the comments below.

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File Explorer Dark Mode

Hi AlvinMorris2,

The Dark mode will change some of your device settings and default apps theme color to black. Thus, leaving some settings on its original color and appearance. I personally set my desktop color to Dark Mode and it also did not change the
File Explorer to black. See image below:





If you want this feature to be included on the upcoming updates, I suggest that you post or upvote this concern in our Windows Feedback hub. Your suggestions will help improve the Windows operating system.

In order to submit a new feedback, please follow these steps:

1. On a Windows 10 device, search for "Feedback Hub" in Cortana search, and then launch the app.
   
2. Navigate to Feedback in the left menu, and then press
   + Add new feedback.
   
3. Select the Problem, and share any details you think are relevant, and then choose an appropriate category and subcategory.
   
4. Important: If possible, reproduce the problem(s) after clicking
   Begin monitoring (or Start capture) near the end of the form;
   Stop monitoring when you're done.
   
5. Once you've completed the form and monitoring, click Submit.
6. Click Continue using Feedback Hub.
   
7. Click My Feedback at the top, and then find the item you submitted (it may take a while to appear).
   
8. Open the item you submitted, and then click Share.
   
9. Click Copy link, and then paste the link in your response (it will look like
   https://aka.ms/ link>).

Regards.

 

How do we change the background color of file explorer?

Hello Angelaaa123123

You can enable the dark mode

Please follow these steps

-Navigate to Settings app > Personalization > Colors.

- Select the Dark mode as the default app mode. That’s it! You should immediately see the dark theme on Settings and File Explorer. No need to restart the File Explorer or your PC.

I hope it helps

 

dark mode for file explorer

Hi hashtag_hasan,

I am Vijay, an Independent Advisor. I am here to work with you on this problem.

Dark Mode for File Explorer is available only for 1809 version of Windows 10. If you have 1809, then - Windows Key+i > Personalization > Colors > Under Choose your default app mode, select Dark.

Do let me know if you require any further help on this. Will be glad to help you.