Windows 10: Windows desktop turns black

Discus and support Windows desktop turns black in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Hi, I'm re asking this question because the previous one I posted didn't get a response, my desktop background keeps going black, when I hover over an... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by DAGRGAMER, Feb 12, 2021.

  1. DAGRGAMER Win User

    Windows desktop turns black


    Hi, I'm re asking this question because the previous one I posted didn't get a response, my desktop background keeps going black, when I hover over an icon it turns black, or sometimes the whole thing goes black, in the past this has only happened one or two times randomly and it went away once I reset my PC, but then it kept coming back and sometimes it would leave and restore itself without me having to reset my PC then come back, I updated my GeForce Experience then it went away it returned after that for a bit then went away again, then it returned again and my GeForce Experience was out of date, but this time it didn't fix it, but then when I re updated it a second time it went away, I don't know what the problem is, I've done multiple scans and trouble shoots and everything seems to be fine, could this be a hardware issue or a virus? please let me know, thank you

    :)
     
    DAGRGAMER, Feb 12, 2021
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  2. Remon Ont Win User

    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.
     
    Remon Ont, Feb 12, 2021
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  3. Peer_Sam Win User
    Black screen after Windows update.

    Hi Crystel,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    • Were you able to get to the desktop screen after you restarted the system?
    • When the screen was blank, were you able to see the cursor on the screen?
    • Did you get any error code or error message?

    Please get back to us with answers to above questions, for us to suggest the appropriate troubleshooting steps.

    Meanwhile, I suggest to try the steps mentioned in the article below and let us know if it helps.

    Troubleshoot black screen or blank screen errors

    We look forward for your reply.

    Thanks,

    Peer Samie

    Microsoft Community-Moderator
     
    Peer_Sam, Feb 12, 2021
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  4. Ryan Fra Win User

    Windows desktop turns black

    Endless black screen without anything but it is on

    Hi Basim,

    There are several reasons why the screen turns black only. It can be an issue with the software or hardware. Please answer the following questions:

    • Are there any major changes made on your computer before the issue started?
    • Have you performed any troubleshooting steps to fix the issue?

    For now, we suggest that you follow the troubleshooting steps from this
    link
    .

    We are looking forward to your reply.
     
    Ryan Fra, Feb 12, 2021
    #4
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