Windows 10: Background gets stuck when I open my laptop while docked.

I have 3 monitors open at the same time, when I lock my laptop my left screen will flash on and off without the monitor turning on and off, the only way to fix this is to open my laptop then close it, then restart the Docking station, but when I do that, my background gets stuck to my main screen, I can't see past it, I cant click the Exit button as it blocks it and the only way to fix this is to restart my computer, I am hoping there is a way to fix this without restarting everytime it happens.

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Laptop stuck in the background screen

Hi MICHAELGILLUM

I am an independent advisor here to help

I would recommend that you first tried to steps outlined by Andre for directly in the following thread

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/for...

 

Desktop background gone black after a few minutes of use on laptop.

Hello,

Desktop background and taskbar going black could be due to software conflicts.

We would like to know some information to better assist you with your concern:

• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• Did you get any error messages or error codes?

In the meantime, we suggest that you try to check if the "Show Windows Background" option is turned on. Follow the steps below:

• Open Settings in the Start menu.
• Go to Ease of Access, then on the left side, click
  Other options.
• Turn on Show Windows Background and check if it works.

We will wait for your reply.

 

HDD Docking

Hi Tonyo,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community forum.

• What is the make and model of the computer?
  
• What is the make and model of the docking station?
  

The computer docking connections located on the bottom of the computer vary between computer models. For the docking station to work properly, the docking posts, eject mechanisms, and electrical connections on the docking station must be compatible
with the connections on your computer model.



Meanwhile, if the docking station is compatible, you may update the device drivers for your docking station and check if it works.



Update device drivers for docking station:

• Open the PC manufacturer support Web site, search for the
  Docking Station Driver for your PC model.
  
• Install the driver suggested and check.
  

If the issue persists, update the BIOS and try connecting the Docking Station again.



Note:

Modifying BIOS/ complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) settings incorrectly can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from booting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the
configuring of BIOS/CMOS settings can be solved. Modifications of the settings are at your own risk.





Regards,