To change your screen from black to white on Windows 11, you will have to change the system theme, Mode setting or Color filters, and in this post, we will show you how to do it.
This issue could have occurred if you have set Windows to display in Dark Mode. As a result all your themes and Program windows get displayed in a black or dark screen.
How to change screen from black to white on Windows 11
Here are some suggestions to help you change your computer screen from black to white:
- Disable Dark Mode on Windows 11
- Disable High Contrast Themes
- Disable Color Filters
- Update Graphics Driver
1] Disable Dark Mode on Windows 11
The procedure to disable Dark Mode on Windows 11 is as follows:
- Right-click on the Start button
- Select Settings.
- In the Settings menu, go to the Personalization tab on the list on the left-hand side.
- Click on Colors to expand the options.
- Corresponding to Choose your color, change the theme from Dark to Light.
2] Disable High Contrast Themes
If you have changed Accessibility settings and enabled High-contrast themes or color filter option on Windows, your your computer screen may turn black and white. To change High Contrast Theme back to normal, take these steps:
- Press Win+I to open Windows Settings
- Navigate to Accessibility > Contrast themes
- Use the drop-down menu next to Contast themes to select None.
- Click Apply.
3] Disable Color Filters
You should also disable Color Filters in Windows Settings.
- Click on the area on the Taskbar where Wi-Fi, sound, and battery icons are available.
- Click on the Accessibility button.
- Turn Off the button next to the Color Filters.
4] Update Graphics Driver
If the graphics driver files are outdated or corrupted, such issue can occur. We recommend you either update your Display driver or download and install its latest version.
We hope one of these suggestions help you.
If you want to keep Dark Mode for Windows but opt for Light theme for particular programs only, you can Enable or Disable Dark Mode in:
Edge browser | File Explorer | Office | Movies & TV App | Twitter app | Microsoft Teams | OneNote or Outlook | Instagram | YouTube Dark Mode in browser | Chrome | Firefox | Opera | Notepad | Slack | Photos app | Media Player app | VLC | Paint app.
Why did I accidentally turn my computer screen black and white?
If you have enabled Color filters via the Task Manager, or enabled Dark Mode or a High-Contrast theme via Windows Settings, this issue can occur. An outdated or corrupted Display driver can also cause this problem.
Read: Windows stuck in Dark Mode; How to get out of it?
How do I fix the color on my computer screen?
To fix the color on your computer screen, follow these steps: Click Start, then Control Panel. In the Control Panel window, go to Appearance and Themes, and then Display. In the Display Properties window, select the desired color depth from the Colors drop-down menu. Adjusting the color depth can help restore accurate colors on your screen. Make sure to save your changes.
Read: Is Dark Mode better for your eyes?
Why did my computer screen turn black and white?
There are several possible reasons why your computer screen turned black and white. It could be due to activating an accessibility setting or color filter option. Compatibility issues with files, specific media player app preferences, or advanced color options can also cause content to load without colors. Check these settings and preferences to restore color to your screen.
TIP: If you want, you can also switch between Light and Dark Mode automatically or even create a Keyboard Shortcut to switch between Dark Mode and Light Mode.
