Windows 10: Can’t Adjust Brightness

Discus and support Can’t Adjust Brightness in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello Support Team,I’m using a desktop PC running Windows 11 Pro, and I’m trying to adjust the brightness of my external monitor. Most support articles... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Deshawn May, Apr 21, 2025.

  1. Can’t Adjust Brightness


    Hello Support Team,I’m using a desktop PC running Windows 11 Pro, and I’m trying to adjust the brightness of my external monitor. Most support articles seem to focus on laptops with built-in displays, but I’m on a desktop setup with a regular monitor connected via HDMI.Here’s with what I’m dealing:There’s no brightness slider at all under Settings > System > Display.I can adjust brightness manually using the monitor’s physical OSD buttons, but I’d prefer something easier and faster.I’ve seen mentions of things like adaptive brightness or content-based brightness changes, but I’m not sure

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    Deshawn May, Apr 21, 2025
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  2. Brightness can not be adjusted.

    Hi Sirajudeen,

    Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

    • What is the make and model of your device?
    • Were you able to see any error message/ error code with this issue?
    • Have you tried to install all the pending updates for drivers and Windows Updates on your device?

    This issue might have happened due to corrupted/ outdated drivers.

    I suggest you to refer to the below Microsoft article, try the troubleshooting steps suggested to change the brightness and check if it helps.

    Adjust your monitor's brightness and contrast


    Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of changing the brightness and required information for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Apr 21, 2025
    #2
  3. Adjust brightness settings in Windows 10

    Hi Vicky,

    I understand that you want to adjust the brightness of the computer. I will certainly assist you.

    Please answer the below questions to assist you better.

    1. What is the make and model of the computer?

    2. From where exactly are you trying to adjust the brightness?

    I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if it helps.

    • Type Settings in the Search bar and then Enter.
    • Click on the System and then Notifications and Actions which is available on the Left pane.
    • Click on Add or Remove quick Actions.
    • In the make sure that the Brightness is ON.
    • Then click on the Action Center and adjust the Brightness according to your preference.
    Hope this helps. Please get back to us with more information if the issue persists, or if you have any queries related to Windows. We are here to assist you.
     
    Anup Karkal, Apr 21, 2025
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  4. John Sarc Win User

    Can’t Adjust Brightness

    Brightness Control not working in Windows 10

    Hi Ella,

    To adjust the brightness, see the steps below:

    • Go back to Power Options, and tick on the High performance.
    • See if you can adjust the brightness.

    If this not work, we highly suggest that you create an Administrator account, and re-do the steps above.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    John Sarc, Apr 21, 2025
    #4
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