2 Ways to Fix Discord Black Screen at Startup on Windows 11

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Basic Fixes

Fix 1: Clear the Discord App Cache

A corrupt Discord app cache is a common underlying culprit behind theblack screen at startuperror on Windows 11. Clear it manually to restore normal functioning.

Step 1:Press theWindows + R shortcutto open the Run dialog, type%appdata%\discord, and pressEnter.

Step 2:Use theCtrl + A hotkeyto select all files in the opened file directory, then pressDeleteon your keyboard to remove them. Then, reopen theDiscord app.

Fix 2: Enable or Disable Hardware Acceleration

Enabling or disablinghardware accelerationremoves stability issues causing the Discord black screen at startup error. Here’s how to do it on Google Chrome:

Step 1:Click the verticalthree-dotmenu at the top right of Google Chrome and selectSettings.

Step 2:SelectSystemfrom the left sidebar and toggle on/offUse graphics accelerationwhen available. Reload the Discord webpage.

If you’ve regained access to the Discord app, configure its app settings to enable or disable hardware acceleration.

Step 1:Click theGear iconat the bottom left to open User Settings in the Discord app.

Step 2:SelectAdvancedfrom the left sidebar and toggle on/offHardware Acceleration.

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Last updated on 12 July, 2024

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