A flickering screen often suggests that there is a software problem. In Windows 10, problems with outdated programs or drivers often lead to display problems. You can use the Task Manager to find out exactly what the problem is. Follow our guide.
Software problems
If your screen flickers or flickers, in most cases there are two possible solutions: An app is incompatible or drivers are out of date . Which of the two problems is involved can easily be found out using the Task Manager. Open the Task Manager, for example by pressing [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Del] and then clicking on " Task Manager ".
Incompatible app In
most cases, an app is no longer compatible with Windows when it is out of date . As a rule, the problem can be resolved by updating this app . There is often an update function within the program for this purpose. Alternatively, you can visit the manufacturer's website and download the latest version there. According to Microsoft, the three apps Norton Antivirus, iCloud and IDT Audio in particular lead to compatibility problems.
If a program is too old to be compatible with Windows 10, you can try to start this app in compatibility mode . To do this, right-click on the program and select " "Troubleshoot compatibility problems ". Windows will now carry out possible problem diagnoses with you piece by piece. If this does not help, you should consider uninstalling the relevant program..
Outdated drivers
also outdated drivers , especially video drivers can cause a flickering of the screen. Check and update your drivers to fix the problem. Here we will show you how you can update your drivers under Windows 10.
Hardware problem
If the solutions described above do not work, you should check your hardware : Are the connectors in the computer all plugged in correctly? Is the graphics card properly connected to the motherboard?
Check the cables of your monitor and replace them if necessary. A defective HDMI or VGA cable can no longer transfer all data correctly. A defective power cable can no longer permanently supply the screen with power. The flickering could also be caused by the fact that the screen switches itself on and off again permanently.
You should also use the screen on a different computer or try another monitor on your PC . Does your screen flicker on another computer? Doesn't another screen flicker on your computer under the same conditions? Then your screen may be damaged .
If none of these steps lead to an improvement, your monitor is probably defective..
