Windows 10: Why doesn't Windows allow brightness adjustment?

Discus and support Why doesn't Windows allow brightness adjustment? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Before you tell me to check "Action Center" and "Settings - Display" and "Control Panel - Device Manager" AND "update your GPU driver" I already did.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by TheGitherax, Jan 22, 2024.

  1. THEGITHERAX
    TheGitherax Win User

    Why doesn't Windows allow brightness adjustment?


    Before you tell me to check "Action Center" and "Settings - Display" and "Control Panel - Device Manager" AND "update your GPU driver" I already did. So what's the secret?

    :)
     
    TheGitherax, Jan 22, 2024
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  2. DEEPIKA GOWDA
    Deepika Gowda Win User

    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    This issue might have happened due to corrupted/ outdated drivers.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, Jan 22, 2024
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  3. ANUP KARKAL
    Anup Karkal Win User
    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, Jan 22, 2024
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  4. SHAWN BRINK
    Shawn Brink Win User

    Why doesn't Windows allow brightness adjustment?

    Shawn Brink, Jan 22, 2024
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