How to Change a Black Background on Your Computer Screen

Learn how to easily change the black background on your screen in just a few steps.

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To get rid of the black background on your screen, go to your display settings and select a different background color or image. On most computers, you can do this by right-clicking on the desktop, choosing 'Personalize,' and selecting 'Background' from the menu. From there, pick a new background color or image to replace the black one. This should immediately change your screen's appearance to the new selection.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why is my screen background black? Your screen background may turn black due to settings changes, a power-saving mode, or a glitch. Check your display settings to resolve it.
  2. Can I set a picture as my background? Yes! You can select any image from your files to use as your desktop background in the display settings.
  3. How do I access display settings? You can access display settings by right-clicking on the desktop and selecting 'Personalize' from the menu.
  4. Are there default wallpapers available? Yes, most operating systems provide default wallpapers you can choose when customizing your background.

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