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The Most Comprehensive Windows 10 Black Screen Trouble shooting Guide


There have been Many, many ... Win 10 Black screen Issues on this Forums & other forums

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When your Windows 10 PC displays a black screen, use this guide to troubleshoot and resolve this issue.
 
 
 
EDIT:  Microsoft information - troubleshooting guide    
Applies to: Windows 10
 
Step one - choose one of the --> When did you get the error?
 
- Before signing in to Windows 10 I see a black or blank screen  


- After signing in to Windows 10 I see a black or blank screen  



- After restarting my device I see spinning dots on a screen that's black or another color
 
 
  
Under: Before signing in to Windows 10 I see a black or blank screen 

Action 3: Remove third-party antivirus software
 
Sometimes third-party antivirus software causes black or blank screens. You can temporarily uninstall third-party antivirus software to determine if it's causing the screen issue, then reinstall it after your device is back up and running. Your device won't be unprotected because Windows Defender Antivirus kicks in if no other antivirus software is running. .
 
 
 
- Edit Update: added the following to the first post to make it easier to find


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If you experience a black or blank screen on your Windows 10 device, try the following:

• To wake the screen, use one of the following keyboard shortcuts: Windows logo key + P  or   Ctrl + Alt + Del
• For a black screen, use the following keyboard shortcut: Windows logo key  + Ctrl + Shift + B.
• For more info, see .

 
EDIT 21 October 2021 ---> blank screen on boot using Display Port with a 3080 Ti or 3060  = then Read This
 
Thanks Mister E..
 
 

 
 

Mister E...
If you're experiencing a blank screen on boot using Display Port with a 3080 Ti or 3060 than this is for you: