How to Fix a Black Screen Issue

Today, computers are crucial. Custom-built PCs and personal laptops now have online shopping, online classes, virtual meetings, and everything more manageable.

Sadly, many forget that our PCs need regular “check-ups” by running scheduled scans or performance-based software. Now, if you are experiencing a black screen, worry no more because this article will help you find the solution for your black screen problem, whether it is a Windows laptop or a Mac.

But first, let us discuss what a black screen of death is. 

A black screen of death is when a computer is stuck on a blank, black screen. The button prompts or commands don’t work, and the PC stops responding.

This can happen for several reasons, but most of the time, it’s because of system errors that conflict with the protocols of a computer’s operating system (OS), causing it to break down. This makes the PC shut down quickly, which could be bad for its health if you do it too often.

In the worst case, forcing a computer to shut down all the time can cause file corruption or hardware damage, which are the main signs that you should consider buying a new laptop or desktop. Other minor problems can happen, but many things can slow down a computer, so a complete system diagnostic is usually the best way to find problems.

If your computer constantly freezes on a black screen, you should find out what’s wrong right away before you do any long-term damage to your PC.

Now, let’s fix it!

How to Fix Black Screen on Windows 10 

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After signing in to Windows 10, if you see a black screen but can still use the mouse, the issue may be related to the Windows Explorer process. Follow these procedures to resolve any troubles you may be having with the Windows Explorer process:

  • To open the Task Manager, press Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard simultaneously.
  • You may also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Alt + Del; after that, you can click the Task Manager button. 
  • When confronted with a dark screen, we proceed with these solutions because we presume that the Taskbar is likewise absent from the display.
  • Click the option labeled more details (if in compact mode).
  • Click the Process Tab
  • Select Windows Explorer
  • To begin again, use the restart button in the screen’s lower-right corner.

How to Fix Black Screen on Windows 11

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Now, if there are some fixes for Windows 11’s black screen glitch, work from fastest and easiest to more time-consuming and advanced.

  • Start the computer. 
  • Remember to turn on an external monitor. Check if it’s plugged in.
  • Adjust screen brightness. Someone dimmed the lights. Most computer monitors and keyboards feature such buttons.
  • Rotate screen inputs. The input may need to be corrected.
  • Check GPU compatibility. If you only get a black screen with one app or game, your graphics card may not be compatible.

How to Fix Black Screen on MacOS

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Hold the power button for about ten seconds until the starting choices window appears. This window will have an icon that looks like a gear and is labeled Options. After making your selections, click the Continue button.

If you cannot locate the window with the startup options, release the power button and proceed to step 2.

Maintain pressure on the power button for approximately ten seconds.

After you have pressed and released the power button, immediately press and hold the Command ()-R combination until you see an image that may or may not be the Apple logo.


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