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Windows 11 Screensaver Not Working: 7 Ways to Fix It
Restore your Power settings to default as a quick fix
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you’re running Windows 11, and yourscreensaver isn’t workingproperly, it might be because you have an older version of Windows installed or have recently upgraded to a newer version. Windows screensavers are a great way to add some personalization to your desktop.
They can be used as a cool backdrop for your computer or as a way to get rid of all the clutter on your screen. So, if you are searching for a solution to fix your Windows screensaver not working, then you are at the right place.
Why is my screensaver not working in Windows 11?
If you’re lost on why the screensaver is not working on your Windows 11, below are some possible causes:
How do I trigger the screensaver in Windows 11?
As usual, before you apply any of the slightly technical solutions listed below, we recommend you start with the following:
1. Update the display drivers
If you have a Windows 11 screensaver that is not working and doesn’t want to go through the long method, you can try to update the display drivers using a third-party tool.
Outbyte Driver Updater scans your system for corrupted, missing, or outdated driver versions. Once it finds a faulty driver, it will download and install an updated version.
Outbyte Driver Updater
2. Switch to a new user profile
If your screensaver is not working in Windows 11, it is possible that your current user account is corrupted. To get around this, the next time you log in, switch to a different user profile orcopy your profile to a new one.
You can alsocreate a new profileif you wish to do so. If this works, you will have confirmed that the previous profile is corrupted and needs to be repaired.
3. Run DISM and SFC scans
4. Scan for viruses
5. Check for Windows updates
6. Restore Power settings to default
7. Perform a clean boot
Now that you have fixed the issue of your screensaver not working, perhaps you’ll be interested in ourcollection of awesome screensavers for your Windows 11.
Do let us know of any additional solution not mentioned here that may have worked for you in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
