Windows 10 desktop flashing

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Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I will be glad to assist you.

This issue may appear due to hardware drivers incompatibility issue or some third party programs conflict. We can check reproducing the issue in safe mode. If it works fine in Safe mode we can place the computer in clean boot state and Update Graphics card driver to see if that helps.

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

Method 1: Safe mode

Follow the steps given below and check if that helps.

Type settings in search and click on Settings.

Click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Recovery.

Under Advanced startup, tap or click Restart now.

Once your PC restarts, on the Choose an option screen, tap or click Troubleshoot.

If you don’t see the Startup Settings option, tap or click advanced options.

Tap or click Startup Settings.

Tap or click Restart.

On the Startup Settings screen, choose the Safe Mode.

Sign in to your PC with a user account that has administrator rights.

If issue does not appear in safe mode, place the computer in clean boot state and check.

Method 2: Clean boot is a process of starting your computer by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs so that you can determine whether a background program is interfering with your computer performance.

Please refer the Microsoft article below to get more information on this.

How to perform a clean boot in Windows

Please refer the section “How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshooting” in the article below and follow the steps to bring your computer to the normal state.

Method 3: Install graphics card driver in compatibility mode with Windows 8.1.

Download the driver from your computer’s manufacturer website and then install it in compatibility mode.

Refer (Make older programs compatible with this version of Windows)

Note: This link also applies to Windows 10.

I hope this helps you. If you have any further query in future, feel free to contact us. We will be happy to help you.

Windows 10 Desktop flashing on startup

I will also post the solution here in case you do not want to open the link.

There is actually a simple solution to stop the screen from flashing.

Step 1: Open Task Manager. You can do this by hitting ctrl+alt+delete and selecting Task Manager from the list that appears
Step 2: In the top left corner, hit “File” and select “run new task” from the drop down menu.
Step 3: Type “msconfig” into the box.
Step 4: A new box will open. In this new box, select the Service tab.
Step 5: Scroll through the list and search for “problem reports and solutions control panel support” and “windows error report service.”
Step 6: Disable the two items by clicking the checked box beside them. The check should disappear.
Step 7: Click Apply, then click OK.
Step 8: You may be prompted to restart your computer. This is not necessary, but definitely recommended.

If your computer uses Norton Antivirus, upon restart, it will probably be a good idea to update the Norton program (hopefully the program will prompt you to update). If you do not use Norton, you still might want to run an antivirus scan and even perhaps an anti malware scan.

After that, your PC should be in good shape. Enjoy Windows 10! And remember, if you don’t like it, I’ve read that for a month you have the option to revert back to your old OS. If you want to, a quick internet search will bring up an easy step by step process (but remember to always back up your info before switching an OS!!).

Hope everything starts working again! Have a good night!

Flashing desktop after windows 10 install

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Thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

This issue may appear due to hardware drivers incompatibility issue or some third party programs conflict. We can check reproducing the issue in safe mode. If it works fine in Safe mode we can place the computer in clean boot state and Update Graphics card driver to see if that helps.

Let’s try these methods below and check.

Method 1:

Step 1: Safe mode is a diagnostic mode for Windows that starts your computer in a limited state. Only the basic files and drivers necessary to run Windows are started. This helps us in identifying whether the issue is due to some third party programs conflict. The word Safe mode appear in the concern of your monitor to identify which windows mode you are using.

Follow the steps given below and check if that helps.

Type settings in search and click on Settings.

Click Update and recovery, and then tap or click Recovery.

Under Advanced startup, tap or click Restart now.

Once your PC restarts, on the Choose an option screen, tap or click Troubleshoot.

If you don’t see the Startup Settings option, tap or click advanced options.

Tap or click Startup Settings.

Tap or click Restart.

On the Startup Settings screen, choose the Safe Mode.

Sign in to your PC with a user account that has administrator rights.

If issue does not appear in safe mode, place the computer in clean boot state and check.

Step 2: Clean boot is a process of starting your computer by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs so that you can determine whether a background program is interfering with your computer performance.

Please refer the Microsoft article below to get more information on this.

How to perform a clean boot in Windows

Please refer the section “How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshooting” in the article below and follow the steps to bring your computer to the normal state.

Method 2: Update Drivers

Refer to the following article and update all the drivers available.

Method 3:

Install graphics card driver in compatibility mode with Windows 8.1.

First download the driver from your computer’s manufacturer website and then install it in compatibility mode.

Refer (Make older programs compatible with this version of Windows)

Note: This link also applies to Windows 10.

Hope this information is helpful. Please do let us know if you need further assistance with Windows, we’ll be glad to assist you.

Windows 10 flashing screen, Can’t do anything

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After upgrading to Windows 10, some users have reported that they are experiencing a problem with a flashing screen.

Fortunately, we are here to solve your problem, just follow some of these further instructions and your monitor won’t flash ever again.

How can I deal with screen flashes in Windows 10?

1. Automatically update drivers
2. Enter the Safe Mode and Clean Boot
3. Scan the computer for viruses
4. Update GPU drivers
5. Update monitor drivers
6. Disable Windows services
7. Update Windows
8. Update Windows 10 apps
9. Delete Windows 10 apps
10. Change the monitor refresh rate
11. Perform a Windows Recovery

1. Automatically update drivers

1. Download DriverFix and install it into your PC.
2. The tool will immediately start scanning your computer for outdated drivers. Have patience while the scanning procedure to complete.
3. You will get a detailed list of all the identified problems. Select which drivers you want to update and DriverFix will download and install them.
4. Finally, restart your PC for the changes to take place.

After upgrading to Windows 10, it’s not that uncommon to discover they you’re still using unsuitable drivers.

Outdated versions can cause a lot of problems. Chances are that’s what is bothering your screen too, so don’t hesitate to use DriverFix for a quick drivers’ update.

You need to be a pro to use this tool. It doesn’t require any effort to install it and then, simply follow the steps detailed above.

DriverFix

2. Scan the computer for viruses

It is always a good idea to scan your computer for viruses or other malicious software. You can use Windows Defender, of course.

However, a great alternative is none other than Bitdefender. This tool efficiently scans your computer for viruses or spyware and helps you to get rid of them.

Also, you’ll most likely appreciate that it is lightweight and requires no special skills or attention coming from your part. You can simply rest assured that this antivirus never leaves a trace of malware behind.

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3. Enter the Safe Mode and Clean Boot

1. Restart your PC.
2. While your PC is booting, press and hold down the Shift key on the keyboard and click the Restart option while still holding down the Shift key.
3. Click the Troubleshoot icon.
4. Click the Advanced options icon.
5. Then, on the next screen, click the Startup optionsicon.
6. Select Safe Mode with Networking.
7. Click the Restart button and your PC will reboot.
8. After reboot, you will see the Startup settings screen.
9. To enter Safe mode, press the appropriate function key, for example, F4.

Up next, check if the problem still appears in the Safe Mode.

That’s a troubleshooting option for Windows, that starts your Windows with limited amount of features, so you’ll be able to see if some of Windows features are causing the problem.

If the issue doesn’t occur in Safe Mode with networking, then proceed to the Clean Boot steps given below.

If the issue doesn’t appear in the Safe Mode, then perform a Clean Boot in order to determine which software is causing the flashing screen problem.

To perform a Clean Boot, follow these steps:

1. Go to Search.
2. Type msconfig in the search box, and then click msconfig.
3. On the Servicestab of the System Configurationdialog box, select the Hide all Microsoft services check box, and then go to Disable all.
4. On the Startuptab of the System Configuration dialog box, tap, or click Open Task Manager.
5. On the Startuptab in Task Manager, for each startup item, select the item and then click Disable.
6. CloseTask Manager.
7. On the Startup tab of the System Configurationdialog box, click OK, and then restart the computer.

But before performing a Clean Boot you should know that it might damage your system is something goes wrong, so be very careful while performing it.

If you’re interested in how to add or remove startup apps on Windows 10, check out this simple guide.

4. Update GPU drivers

1. Go to Search, type devicemngr, and open Device Manager.
2. Expand Display Adapters.
3. Right-click your graphics card, and go to Update driver software.
4. Follow further on-screen instructions.
5. If a new update is available, wait for the process to finish and install the update.
6. Restart your computer.

A logical cause of the screen flickering problem is an outdated graphics card driver. So, we’re going to update the GPU driver, and see if there are any positive effects.

In case you’re not sure how to update your GPU driver, follow the above steps or even better, use the DriverFix tool.

5. Update monitor drivers

1. Go to Search, type devicemngr, and open Device Manager.
2. Expand Monitors.
3. Right-click your monitor, and go to Update driver software.
4. Follow further on-screen instructions.
5. If a new update is available, wait for the process to finish and install the update.
6. Restart your computer.

The same thing applies to your monitor drivers. Outdated monitors can cause the flashing screen problem as often as outdated GPU drivers.

Just apply the above tips or use DriverFix to correct the issue.

6. Disable Windows services

1. Go to Search, type services.msc, and open Services.
2. Find Problem Reports and Solution Control Panel, right-click it, and choose Stop.
3. Do the same thing for Windows Error Reporting Service.
4. Restart your computer.

Some users also reported that disabling Problem Reports and Solution Control Panel and Windows Error Reporting Service services also solve the problem.

7. Update Windows

Run a System Scan to discover potential errors

It’s not always a good idea to install the latest Windows 10 updates. Because some of them may disrupt your operating system. For instance, a bad update may cause the screen flashing problem.

So, what’s the solution in case of a bad update? Well, install some more updates!

If the screen flickering problem was indeed caused by a Windows update, Microsoft will eventually acknowledge it and release a fixing patch.

To install the latest updates, go to Settings > Update & Security, and check for updates. If a new update is available, your computer will download, and install it automatically.

8. Update Windows 10 apps

Some users have also said that it’s possible for some Windows apps to cause the screen flashing issue. So, we’re going to apply the same practice as for Windows Update. We’re going to update all your apps.

To update your Windows apps, simply go to the Microsoft Store, click the three-dotted menu, and go to Downloads and updates.

If any new updates are available, simply click Get Updates, and the updating process will begin.

Want to automatically update your Windows 10 apps? Check out this quick article and find out how to always stay up to date.

9. Delete Windows 10 apps

If updating Windows apps didn’t get the job done, we’ll get more extreme, and delete the troublesome app(s).

Since this can be a difficult and time-demanding task, check out our detailed guide about deleting Windows apps to make your life easier.

10. Change the monitor refresh rate

1. Go to the Settings app.
2. Now, head over to System >Display >Display Adapter Properties.
3. Go to the Monitor tab.
4. Change Screen refresh rate according to your monitor’s capabilities.

Another cause of the flashing problem could be a wrong monitor refresh rate. So, search through your monitor’s manual for the best refresh rate it’s compatible with, and change it accordingly.

Use the above steps to change the refresh rate of your monitor.

11. Perform a Windows Recovery

1. Go to the Start menu.
2. Click on PC Settings.
3. Go to Update and Security, and choose Reset this PC.
4. Under Reset your PC, click on Get Started, click Keep my files and follow further on-screen instructions.

If none of these steps helped you with your flashing screen problem, you might try with performing a System Recovery.

Recovery is different from installing a new copy of the system, because it doesn’t affect installed files, so you can perform a Recovery without fear of using your files or settings.

To perform refresh your PC without affecting your files, follow the above steps.

If you are having trouble opening the Setting app, take a look at this handy article to solve the issue.

If you need more info on how to use the Reset this PC feature on Windows 10, take a look at this complete guide that will help you better understand how it works and what it does.

On top of these, do note that there are several issues or error messages you may encounter on the way:

• Windows 10 screen flashing on and off – Your screen may not flash constantly, but only in certain time intervals.
• Windows 10 flickering start menu – There’s a chance your screen will flash only when you open the Start Menu.
• Windows 10 flickering screen Lenovo – The screen flickering issue is more common on Lenovo devices.
• Windows 10 flashing screen Dell – The screen flashing problem is also common on Dell devices.
• Windows 10 taskbar flickering – Once again, there’s a chance only one part of the screen will flash, in this case, the taskbar.
• Windows 10 flashing screen on boot – Screen flashes on boot are also common in Windows 10.
• Screen flashing Windows 7 – Although more users experienced this problem in Windows 10, it’s also common in Windows 7.

We hope that these steps helped you to solve the problem with a flashing screen. But, if you have any questions or suggestions, please express your thoughts in the comments section below.