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  1. Windows 10 Screen Saver not starting (and 1 monitor died)


    Hi, I noticed in the last few days that my screen saver is not coming on despite having the settings at 5 minutes of non activity. Could this be because I've been downloading something in the background all this time?

    :)
     
    orlando1974, Nov 4, 2019
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  2. rk3066 Win User

    Windows 10 "Bubbles" Screen Saver

    Hi guy's,

    On Windows 7 the screen saver didn't go to a black screen but it showed the desktop. Not getting that with Windows 10. Whats the deal? Have GTX750Ti
     
    rk3066, Nov 4, 2019
    #2
  3. Screen saver starting automatically after 1 minute of inactivity

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    I understand it can be frustrating when the settings of Windows are not working the way they are supposed to.



    1. Which build version of Windows 10 you are using currently?
    2. What is the exact model of the PC?


    Refer the article to know
    Which Windows operating system am I running?




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



    Method 1:



    Run the power troubleshooter. Follow the steps mentioned below to run the troubleshooter.



    1. Go to Settings >
      Update & security > Troubleshoot.
    2. Under Find and fix problems look for
      Power.
    3. Click on it and select
      Run the troubleshooter
      .
    4. Follow the on-screen instructions.


    Method 2:



    Change the screen saver time and check.



    1. Go to Settings >
      Personalization > Lock screen.
    2. Now click on Screen saver settings.
    3. On the screen saver window change the
      wait time as per your choice.
    4. Click on Apply and
      OK.


    Hope it helps.



    Regards,

    Prakhar Khare

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Prakhar_Khare, Nov 4, 2019
    #3
  4. Arul_D Win User

    Windows 10 Screen Saver not starting (and 1 monitor died)

    Screen saver with dual monitors

    Hi,

    We appreciate you for being part of Windows 10.

    Before proceeding, we need more information to help you better.


    • Have you upgraded the graphics card?

    • Do you have any other issues except the screensaver issue on second monitor?
    I suggest you to follow the below link to update the graphics card drivers and update the drivers for second monitor.

    How
    to: Install and Update drivers in Windows 10


    After performing the above steps, try to set the screen saver and check if it helps.

    I suggest you to refer:
    Connect a second monitor or projector


    I hope the above information helps. Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Arul_D, Nov 4, 2019
    #4
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